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English 19th Century Satinwood Pedestal Desk

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This a very attractive and uncommon mid-19th century satinwood double pedestal desk. True 19th century satinwood is an expensive, very desirable and rare. Satinwood is fine grained, but figured, and is used principally in veneer work and in inlay. The combination of the the pale satinwood drawers and sides outlined with graphic faux ebony together with the scrolling detailed inlay creates a unique piece with great visual interest. The desk has been lightly restored with the normal shrinkage cracks closed; the desk has been polished. The gorgeous leather top (an old replacement) is in very good condition. Currently the drawers must be opened with a key; we have ordered appropriate 19th century-style pulls. Additional photos will be posted when the pulls have been installed.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	inlaid satinwood
Condition:	Good. Overall good condition considering age and use. Some normal shrinkage. Minor restoration to rear/bottom back. Minor chips to molding
Creation Date:	c.1860-1880
Styles / Movements:	Aesthetic Movement, Traditional, Victorian
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.03.21.23
Incollect Reference #:	633814

Dimensions

W.	62.5 in;	H.	30 in;	D.	31.5 in;
W.	158.75 cm;	H.	76.2 cm;	D.	80.01 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.