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Antique Correspondence Desk, English, Library, Writing Table, Cotswold School

$6,611.70

£4,880

€5,710.09

CA$9,108.06

A$10,200.45

CHF 5,322.43

MX$124,594.09

NOK 67,716.75

SEK 63,831.16

DKK 42,613.71

About the Item

This is a vintage correspondence desk. An English, solid teak library or writing table in the manner of the Cotswold School, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Strikingly figured desk of generous proportion and superb craftsmanship Displaying a desirable aged patina and in very good order Solid teak an arresting sight of fine grain interest throughout Rich caramel hues radiate beneath the wax polish finish Delightful pierced gilt metal gallery rail to the upper surface Pair of raked cabinet doors open smoothly, resting neatly against the desktop Door dressed with an oval brass lock escutcheon, with working inset lock — key present Usefully sized interior arranged with document storage above the desk and inside each door The desk measuring 80cm x 57cm (31.5" x 22.5"), over a comfortable kneehole height of 60.5cm (23.75") Elegantly shaped brackets frame a set of three drawers, wider to centre and detailed with cockbeading Each dressed with circular, gilt metal drop handles over pierced foliate backplates Standing upon a quartet of tapering legs, terminating in arrow feet This is a superb vintage correspondence desk, in the manner of the Cotswold School and presented with fascinating teak figuring across the whole. An arresting sight, this generously sized desk offers a touch of elegance for those working from home, or the enthusiastic writer. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Max width 145cm (57”) Max depth 60cm (23.5”) Max height 109.5cm (43”) Interior width 80cm (31.5”) Interior depth 57cm (22.5”) Kneehole height 60.5cm (23.75”) Desk height 76cm (30") Wing height 73cm (28.75").

Dimensions:

Height: 43.12 in (109.5 cm)Width: 57.09 in (145 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Teak

Place of Origin:

United Kingdom

Period:

Mid-20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1950

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.

Seller Location:

Hele, Devon, GB

Reference Number:

Seller: 18.73691stDibs: LU2645323436002

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