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Swedish 19th Century Painted Pine Escritoire Writing Desk

About the Item

Swedish 19th century painted pine escritoire writing desk circa 1870. We are pleased to offer this rustic escritoire, made from solid pine and hand painted on the outside using a rag work technique, which simulates grain. Front with drop down fall and 3 graduating drawers to the front, each fitted with brass handles.  Fall drops down to provide the writing slope and reveal a stunning interior painted in a contrasting green, which maintains it's original colour and patina.  Central storage with a shaped front drawer above, flanked each side by a bank of 5 drawers. Shaped freize running along the front bottom edge.  Working lock and key. Expected losses to paint work and surface marks and fading.  2 small pieces of small moulding that have been replaced.  Heavy item and ready for everyday use. Fall height: 29 1/4".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 49.5 in (125.73 cm)Width: 44.5 in (113.03 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Pine,Carved,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Repairs to moulding on front surface which had long been missing. By debenham antiques. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Debenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EA31191stDibs: LU878634355692
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