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

About the Item

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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