20th Century German Black Forest Writing Desk, circa 1900

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20th Century German Black Forest Writing Desk, circa 1900

About the Item

Antlers were already used in the late 15th century as a source material for clothes hooks, storage racks and chandeliers, the so-called "lusterweibchen". However furniture made by antlers have been invented in the 19th century and can therefore be assigned to the Biedermeier period. They were exclusively made for the European nobility to decorate their hunting castles and various manors. Antique furniture of this kind is very rare and much sought after, with somewhat of a revival over the past decade or so with many magazines showing interiors decorated with such items. This particular table desk dates to the early part of the last century. It has incredible detail, with carved antler horns, as well as using antlers not just for the structure of the desk but for detailed decorative elements throughout. It is truly one of the best examples of late 19th/early 20th century antler furniture. In good condition - the desk has woodworm at the back and in the drawers. However the woodworm has been professionally treated (with a certifying stamp as can be seen in the photos). The desk has been later varnished and has a later addition of a magnetic clasp for the small doors in the upper section but can be easily removed. Please note that our interior pieces are located at our Interior Design Showroom in Buckinghamshire.

Dimensions:
Height: 68.12 in (173 cm)Width: 62.21 in (158 cm)Depth: 29.53 in (75 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Antler,Wood
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1900
Condition:
Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. In Good Condition - the desk has woodworm at the back and in the drawers. However the woodworm has been professionally treated (with a certifying stamp as can be seen in the photos). The desk has been later varnished and has a later addition of a mag.
Seller Location:
Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: B67431stDibs: LU1348221839282