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Antique Decorative Desk Stand, Indian, Ebony, Colonial Writer's Tidy, Victorian

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This is an antique decorative desk stand. An Indian, ebony Colonial writer's tidy, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Striking dark tonality with eye-catching Colonial taste Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Ebony stocks present pleasing black hues A suite of compartments, adorned with prominent turned finials Central sliding compartment lid hosts a carved elephant figure Useful drawer to the base dressed with small brass pulls Drawer replete with inset brass-lined lock — key absent Raised upon distinctive shaped bracket feet to each corner This is a distinctive antique decorative desk stand, with superb ebony stocks and charming carved motif. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 36cm (14.25'') Max Depth: 26cm (10.25'') Max Height: 20.5cm (8'') Drawer Width: 30cm (11.75'') Drawer Depth: 17.5cm (7'') Drawer Height: 2.5cm (1'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 10.24 in (26 cm)
  • Style:
    British Colonial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.92141stDibs: LU2645334251892

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