Georgian in design, this hand crafted mahogany secretary desk is from England, and dates from around 1860. Every surface shows hand planing marks on this classic and functional furniture.
The beautifully figured one-board drop front rests on pull out supports, lock and key work. Inside are tiny drawers with exquisite dovetail joints and compartments for papers - old India ink stains show this was a working desk. Brasses appear original on lower hand dovetailed drawers with chamfered bottoms. The bottom drawer has a warp, also there are numerous shrinkage separations from age, see photos. Above the lock is a charming old hand cut repair. The old finish has warm patina and is quite well preserved.
Newly waxed and polished, it needs only an occasional wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Measurements of this historic desk are 37" wide, 20" deep, 40 1/2" tall and the writing surface is 30" high.
Item # C-S4031
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