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Antique 19th century warm brown English Oak Georgian Slant-Front Desk
$4,690.12
$5,862.6420% Off
£3,493.46
£4,366.8320% Off
€3,936
€4,92020% Off
CA$6,458.67
CA$8,073.3420% Off
A$7,030.10
A$8,787.6220% Off
CHF 3,725
CHF 4,656.2520% Off
MX$84,547.57
MX$105,684.4620% Off
NOK 47,362.39
NOK 59,202.9920% Off
SEK 43,402.39
SEK 54,252.9920% Off
DKK 29,989.71
DKK 37,487.1420% Off
About the Item
This English slant-front secretary desk, crafted around 1800, is a fine example of late Georgian furniture (circa 1760–1820). This style is characterized by restrained elegance, clean lines, and refined craftsmanship, combining practicality with aesthetic balance. The desk is made entirely of solid European summer oak—an unmistakable mark of quality, especially since similar desks often feature pine for their interior components. The warm, deep brown color, rich patina, and soft sheen give the piece a distinctive and authentic character.
The fall-front is a flat panel fitted with its original brass escutcheon and a working lock. When opened, the writing surface is supported by the two outer top drawers, creating a stable and spacious workspace. The interior is beautifully arranged: directly behind the writing surface lies a recessed well, and behind it a central compartment enclosed by a door, complete with matching working lock and key. Flanking this central section are six small drawers, with open pigeonholes positioned above them, tucked beneath a finely scalloped valance—an elegant layout for organizing correspondence and writing tools.
The construction reveals traditional craftsmanship, including exposed dovetail joints connecting the sides to the top. The drawers are fitted with finely pierced brass hardware, and all locks—on the drawers, fall-front, and interior compartment—operate with a single original key, a rare and telling detail of the desk’s authenticity. The piece stands on classic bracket feet, typical of the period.
The desk is in excellent condition with no defects. It was gently cleaned and treated with a fresh layer of protective wax in our workshop. This graceful historic desk is sturdy, clean, and ready for everyday use.
- Dimensions:Height: 41.34 in (105 cm)Width: 42.33 in (107.5 cm)Depth: 19.49 in (49.5 cm)
- Style:Georgian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1800
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Casteren, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU970945616072
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