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Antique Danish "Hans Christian Andersen" Desk or Writing Table in Figured Walnut

$4,850
£3,716.94
€4,271.97
CA$6,812.06
A$7,623.96
CHF 3,990.87
MX$92,617.24
NOK 50,673.89
SEK 47,819.47
DKK 31,876.39

About the Item

A very handsome "Hans Christian Andersen" writing desk in beautiful figured walnut with one drawer over kneehole, flanked by two drawers on each side for a total of 5 working drawers. The writing surface offers a wooden gallery in the way of a molding on three sides. It rests on four baluster-turned legs & is finished in the back so may float in the middle of a space, if desired. Desk comes with original brass key plates & pulls, working locks & 1 key. Denmark, circa 1850. In the Danish author's birthplace in Odense, which is a museum, there is a simpler version of this desk which gives this form its name. Restored in our workshop with French-polish finish. Makes a lovely nightstand, dressing table or vanity, too! Measurements: 49 1/2" wide x 25" deep x 32" high to the top of the gallery; 30 1/2" from the floor to the writing surface. Knee hole is 19" wide with a 25" clearance from the floor to the underside of the center drawer. Work surface is 46" wide x 25" deep. Note: You should always request a shipping quote. Quoted amounts are an estimate of what it might cost to ship out to you based on destinations of the greatest distance. We would love to find you a better quote if possible.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 49.5 in (125.73 cm)Depth: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis Philippe (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Walnut,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Desk was restored and re-polished in our workshop. Hardware is original, drawer locks and complete and working.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TBL003591stDibs: LU988129675512

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