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English Antique Campaign Ebonized Pedestal Desk, 19th Century

$8,200
£6,224.22
€7,137.62
CA$11,574.25
A$12,423.88
CHF 6,615.08
MX$147,146.90
NOK 83,596.52
SEK 76,346.93
DKK 53,321.26

About the Item

EBONIZED CAMPAIGN-STYLE DESK Probably English, late 19th century, with later alterations 30 1/4" H x 28 5/8" D x 54" W 24" knee clearance A most attractive campaign-style desk of rectilinear form fitted with a gilt-tooled burgundy leather writing surface inset within a brass surround. The desk is organized with a central frieze drawer flanked by thin drawers in the upper over banks of drawers in each pedestal, all retaining their original drawer boxes with visible hand-cut dovetails. Brass inset pulls and applied brass trim frame out the facade in distinct contrasting colors, the whole desk being raised on small caster wheels.. The desk has undergone sensitive alterations during the first half of the 20th century that make the form more attractive for modern interiors, especially the Deco-style and Hollywood Regency interiors that were such a rage through the third quarter of the 20th century. The contrasting trims and inset pulls were introduced to the desk in a way that refreshes the 19th century carcass, while the upper two smaller drawers had hinged panels added and the entire desk was ebonized. The effort was clearly undertaken with a great deal of seriousness and the result is both gorgeous and highly relevant for the modern interior. We love the gilt-tooled leather writing surface, which shows age appropriate wear and patination, with its tooling and rich color lending contrast to the darkened case and brass fittings. The overall impression is one of practical solidity, with a restrained decorative aesthetic derived from military and travel furniture rather than domestic ornament. Condition: Later ebonized surface and altered upper drawers; replaced brasses and added trim fittings; leather is probably original but perhaps was changed. Wear to leather and brass consistent with age and use. Various veneer losses, these mostly in-painted and now part of the overall patina. Ready to place. ref. 512RFQ11A About silla antiques art Established in 2009, we have available in our 9000 square foot brick-and-mortar gallery an ever-changing selection of carefully curated and catalogued furniture, decorative arts, paintings, sculpture and estate jewelry. Our company has long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display. The gallery is located at 117 W Burd Street in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania and is open by appointment only. We welcome your visit and would love to meet with you at the shop. For clients located outside of the area, we are always available to discuss items by video conferencing or by phone
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.25 in (76.84 cm)Width: 54 in (137.16 cm)Depth: 28.63 in (72.73 cm)
  • Style:
    Campaign (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Leather,Wood,Ebonized,Gilt
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Repaired: See condition. Replacements made: See condition, alterations.
  • Seller Location:
    Shippensburg, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 512RFQ11A1stDibs: LU1059048387782

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