Our Stock # 18.8720. This is a grand antique estate pedestal desk. An English, quality mahogany and satinwood roll-top secretaire desk, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. A desk of superior craftsmanship and proportion, with strong country estate appeal. Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order. Select stocks show fine grain interest and deep caramel hues throughout. Striking roll-top opens to reveal satinwood drawer fascia of warm caramel colour. Delightful pull-forward writing surface with an inset lock – in working order, key present. Suite of six drawers with a seven compartment gallery to centre, over faux drawer fronts. Trio of tooled and embossed leather skivers, the outer pair opening to show pen compartments. Central skiver hosting a bracket to rear for angle adjustment. Stout pedestals offering a trio of drawers with inset brass-lined locks – keys present. Generous kneehole height of 71cm (28) affords comfortable use. Finished to the rear, the desk ideal for central room placement. Standing upon continuous plinth feet and riding upon sets of concealed castors. This is an impressive and bold antique estate pedestal desk, graced with excellence in craftsmanship and form. Set to enhance any room in the larger home or institution. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Max Width: 151cm (59.5”) Max Depth: 105.5cm (41.5”) Max Height: 116.5cm (45.75”). Writing Surface Width: 133cm (52.25”) Writing Surface Depth: 52cm (20.5”) Writing Surface Height: 76.5cm (30”). Kneehole Height: 71cm (28”). We offer a prompt and economical worldwide service, please Let us know your country and zip / post code and we will get the best possible service and cost for you. Please do ask, we’d love to hear from you. About Us We are a team passionate about antiques and customer service. Our business is nothing without customer service. All items for sale can be viewed at our studio by prior arrangement, please let us know when you would like to come down. Available when collecting from our studio or along with some deliveries. We will get the best possible service and cost for you. Most welcome by prior arrangement from our warehouse in Devon. Packing We professionally pack every item and encourage recycling of the materials where possible. Worldwide We offer a prompt and economical. Worldwide service, we offer the best possible service and cost for you. From 1 to 1000 pieces just let us know your requirements.
