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Antique Estate Manager
s Kneehole Desk, Scottish, Oak, Country House, Victorian
$7,736.93
£5,618
€6,571.48
CA$10,583.74
A$11,518.36
CHF 6,105.87
MX$138,574.67
NOK 77,442.06
SEK 70,854.07
DKK 49,093.94
About the Item
This is an antique estate manager's kneehole desk. A Scottish, golden oak and leather office desk, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Excellent late-19th century example, offering superb proportion, handsome colour and extensive practicality.
A distinguished desk with strong study and library appeal.
Select golden oak stocks present fine grain interest and warm caramel hues
Displays a desirable aged patina, with gently time-worn surfaces
Upper drawers set at the back of the desk adorned with brass gallery rails
Quality leather skiver set within the top, embellished with gold tooling and embossed detail
Suite of eleven drawers arranged across the frame, providing plentiful storage
Each drawer fascia dressed with brass drop handles, the backplates featuring flowerhead relief
Pinstriped oak fascia sit before quality mahogany drawer boxes
Locks present at each drawer — untested, keys absent
Generous kneehole offers comfortable accommodation for daily use
Stands upon eight brass castors, aiding smooth movement and positioning
This Scottish late Victorian kneehole desk offers charm, utility and exceptional presence — a classic piece of country house office furniture. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 122cm (48'')
Max Depth: 62.5cm (24.5'')
Max Height: 93cm (36.5'')
Skiver Width: 109cm (43'')
Skiver Depth: 45.5cm (18'')
Skiver Height: 76cm (30'')
Kneehole Width: 48cm (19'')
Kneehole Height: 57cm (22.5'')
- Dimensions:Height: 36.62 in (93 cm)Width: 48.04 in (122 cm)Depth: 24.61 in (62.5 cm)
- Style:Late Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in good antique condition. Key present.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 258151stDibs: LU2645348000072
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