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Style: George III
Antique George III Campaign Writing Slope Brass Mounts 19th Century
Antique George III Campaign Writing Slope Brass Mounts 19th Century

Antique George III Campaign Writing Slope Brass Mounts 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A elegant burr walnut George III Military Campaign writing slope with brass bound corners and cartouche to the top, circa 1820 in date The beautifully polished burr walnut case has ...

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19th Century English Antique George III Desk Sets

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Brass

George III 18th Century Mahogany Letter Box. Circa 1790
George III 18th Century Mahogany Letter Box. Circa 1790

George III 18th Century Mahogany Letter Box. Circa 1790

Located in Incline Village, NV

Fine quality circa 1790 Georgian letter box, with three compartment fitted interior (see image). Exterior has original double brass hinged slope top with serpentine shaped front, and...

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Late 18th Century English Antique George III Desk Sets

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Mahogany

New Shipment of over 200 Leather Bound Books in English, Photo's Are of Sets
New Shipment of over 200 Leather Bound Books in English, Photo's Are of Sets

New Shipment of over 200 Leather Bound Books in English, Photo's Are of Sets

Located in Buchanan, MI

New shipment of over 200 leather bound books in English, photo's are of sets. Preconditioned as we fully condition all of our books before they go out. Also have an extensive collect...

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19th Century American Antique George III Desk Sets

Materials

Leather, Paper

Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand
Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand

Henry Chawner Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Inkstand

By Henry Chawner

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver and glass ladies inkstand; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection This exceptional antique George III sterling silver desk Standish has a navette shaped form onto four bracket feet. This inkstand is encompassed with an applied thread decorated border, in addition to the contemporary engraved initials 'WW'. The rim of the body of the sterling silver inkstand is ornamented with a paralleling applied reed decorated border. The internal wirework style frame of the stand is divided into three rounded supports. Each internal compartment retains the original rounded glass bottles with cut glass ornamentation in addition to impressive scalloped bases. The ink, pen/quill and pounce bottles retain the original plain silver cylindrical mounts fitted with push fit hallmarked covers. The rim of each circular cover is encircled with applied moulded borders and bears the corresponding functional pierced decorated holes. This large silver ink Standish was crafted by the renowned London silversmiths Henry Chawner. Such original ladies examples, in perfect condition, are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition This antique inkstand...

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1780s English Antique George III Desk Sets

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Silver, Sterling Silver

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Scandinavian Antique Leather-Bound Books, 2000 Books in Brown And Red Available
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Early 20th Century Swedish George III Desk Sets

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Located in San Diego, CA

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19th Century French University Teaching Shapes - Collection Of Eight
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Located in Hook, Hampshire

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Located in Shippensburg, PA

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George Iii desk sets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique George III desk sets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desk sets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used George III desk sets made in a specific country, there are England, Europe, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desk sets, popular names associated with this style include and Henry Chawner. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for desk sets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $14,500 while the average work can sell for $2,038.