This
superior quality antique desk has very unusual design in the style
of Thomas Chippendale. Supplied by Maples, probably from their Paris
branch.
A large
mahogany partner's desk, it has attractive serpentine sides and top,
shell and swag carved corners and 'egg and dart' mouldings. The pedestals
have rounded corners serpentine exterior sides with paneling and are
each fitted with four drawers to the front and the back. The whole
stands on substantial bracket carved feet.
The drawers
have carved mouldings, acanthus carved handles and are made with hand
cut dovetail joints and mahogany drawer linings.
The desk
still has its original faded coral pink writing surface, which has
developed a beautiful patina. The top has a bull nose moulded edge
with decorative carved brackets over the knee hole.
The desk
was made in France and sold via Maple and Co. of London & Paris.
The drawer locks are stamped for Maple and Co. in Arts and Crafts
style lettering.
As with all pedestal desks, it comes in 3 parts for ease of handling
and transportation.
Date:
c1900
Our
Reference: SN400
SOLD
If
you are interested in this antique partners desk please contact
us at burrellsdesks@yahoo.co.uk quoting Ref: SN400
We
are happy to send more photos and more details including shipping
costs when you send your delivery address to us.
