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Antique Queen Anne Early 18th Century Inlaid Burr Walnut Escritoire Desk / Chest

$4,767.86
$6,811.2330% Off
£3,496.50
£4,99530% Off
€4,060.10
€5,800.1430% Off
CA$6,569.88
CA$9,385.5430% Off
A$7,221.90
A$10,31730% Off
CHF 3,791.46
CHF 5,416.3830% Off
MX$85,873.58
MX$122,676.5430% Off
NOK 48,691
NOK 69,558.5730% Off
SEK 44,352.24
SEK 63,360.3430% Off
DKK 30,335.45
DKK 43,336.3630% Off

About the Item

Antique Queen Anne Early 18th Century Inlaid Burr Walnut Escritoire Desk / Chest – Fine Quality This fine-quality early 18th Century Queen Anne escritoire is full of authentic charm and character. The elegant period piece combines practicality with decorative appeal, showcasing exquisite inlaid burr walnut, a concealed cornice drawer, and a secret compartment. Solid and strong, with no loose joints, this desk includes a key for the fall front and features a later baize writing surface in good condition. The chest separates into two halves for ease of transport. Features Early 18th Century, Queen Anne Constructed from burr walnut with inlaid decoration Structurally sound, no loose joints Concealed cornice drawer and secret compartment Later baize writing surface Separates into two halves for transport Condition In good antique condition; it shows expected signs of age, including historic knocks, marks, cracks, scratches, wear, imperfections, repairs, and alterations. Some historic extinct woodworm holes that have been treated. Later added handles and brassware. The piece has minor veneer losses, reflecting its natural development over the centuries. Originally, it would have featured bun feet. Dimensions Width: 97 cm  Depth: 58 cm  Height: 167 cm Additional Information Stock Number: M28659 A fine-quality Queen Anne escritoire that combines craftsmanship and period charm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 65.75 in (167 cm)Width: 38.19 in (97 cm)Depth: 22.84 in (58 cm)
  • Style:
    Queen Anne (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original. Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Wisbech, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M286591stDibs: LU4784147987402

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