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19th century English Adam Style Hand Painted Satinwood Desk

About the Item

Satinwood desk with reticulated sides that are extraordinarily hand-painted with festooned drapery, ribbons and bows. Decorated on all sides this lovely piece can float in a room and the delicately painted top features a vine motif and cameos at the corners. The leather top insert has been replaced. Two drawers with brass hardware. In the style of the Brothers Adam. See measurements below.
  • Similar to:
    Adam Brothers (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 51 in (129.54 cm)Depth: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)
  • Style:
    Adam Style (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Satinwood,Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Leather insert replaced.Since many of our pieces are well over a hundred years old, there is no way for us to know for certain when and where previous replacements were made. Wear consistent with age and use. The piece is very sturdy. There is some minor wear to the paint especially on the top, see image.
  • Seller Location:
    Savannah, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU107121666142

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