Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 21

Exceptional Desk in Mahogany, Walnut, Ebony and Brass Early 20th Century

About the Item

Exceptional Secretary Desk in Mahogany, Walnut, Ebony and Brass Early 20th Century This unique desk is one of the most exceptional pieces of furniture we have ever seen. Truly museum worthy. An early 20th century European cabinetmaker secretary desk in mahogany, walnut, ebony and inlaid brass. Exceptional quality all over, made by a master craftsman using only the best materials and techniques. Just look at those ebony handles, the magnificent brass inlay work, the intricate carvings on the frame and the beautifully mirrored veneers on the doors. Please also note the asymmetrical design of the top part of the desk - making it playful and unusual. But the bliss doesn’t end there - not only the top part of this secretary desk features wonderful details, also the base of this desk is of exceptional quality. The ball feet, the intricate carvings, the Japanese or Asian inspired stretchers and the wonderful ribbed inside are all mesmerizingly beautiful details. A timeless and very interesting design featuring classical, art deco and modernist elements - intricate details and subtle Asian influences. Comes from a very high end estate and has been in two families only. All in all this is a highly unique and one-off example of exquisite early 20th century furniture making. About ORNAMENTUM ORNAMENTUM - where we find perfection in imperfection, love a good patina and are always on the lookout for wonderful and unique pieces both vintage and antique. We are based in Belgium near the Dutch border.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.43 in (123 cm)Width: 41.74 in (106 cm)Depth: 27.56 in (70 cm)
  • Style:
    Arts and Crafts (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900-1930
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Meer, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9952245402082

More From This Seller

View All
Early 20th Century Vide Poche in Patinated Brass
Located in Meer, VAN
Vide Poche in Patinated Brass, Europe, Early to Mid 20th Century. This is a beautiful mid century vide poche in patinated brass with a layered or stepped design. The design is unde...
Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Brass

Decorative Scalloped Pedestal Bowl in Soapstone and Brass Early 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Decorative Scalloped Pedestal Bowl in Soapstone and Brass Early 20th Century. A very elegant and decorative pedestal bowl in soapstone and brass with Putto. Wonderful neoclassical d...
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Soapstone, Brass

Magnifying Glass in Patinated Brass and Mother of Pearl Early 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Magnifying Glass in Patinated Brass and Mother of Pearl, Europe, Early 20th Century. This is a beautiful and very well made magnifying glass in patinated brass and mother of pearl. ...
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass

Large Early 20th Century French Faux Bamboo Mirror in Wood and Weathered Mirror
Located in Meer, VAN
Large Faux Bamboo Mirror in Wood and Weathered Mirror, France, Early 20th century. This is a very beautiful faux-bamboo mirror in wood, made in France in the late 19th century or e...
Category

Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Wonderful Set of 3 Brass Kitchen Canisters Early 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Vintage Set of Brass Kitchen Canisters Coffee Sugar and Hickory, Europe, Early to Mid 20th Century. This is a beautiful classical set of 3 brass kitchen canisters. Great design with...
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Jars

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Japanese Tray in Wood Early 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Wonderful Japanese Tray in Wood Early 20th Century. This is a wonderful early 20th century medium sized Japanese wooden tray. Great shape and colors - shifting from red to black. Ni...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Platters and Serveware

Materials

Wood

You May Also Like

Large and Impressive Early 20th Century Mahogany Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A large and impressive early 20th century mahogany desk, the moulded edge top having a green leather writing surface divided into three shaped sections, the front of the desk having ...
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Beautiful English Desk, Light Mahogany , Early 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful English desk, light mahogany 19th century Classic English desk with real leather top. 3 parts - writing surface + 2 drawer containers...
Category

Early 20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Early 20th Century Edwardian Mahogany Skeleton Kidney Desk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
20th Century Edwardian mahogany skeleton kidney desk.With a single drawer in the frieze and original leather top. As is traditional it has shelves at the back, and the sides are unus...
Category

Vintage 1910s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of early 20th Century mahogany Carlton house desk's
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fabulous quality near pair of freestanding early 20th Century mahogany and inlaid Carlton house desk's, both desks having a super structure comprising of four mahogany inlaid drawe...
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th century mahogany pedestal desk by Hobbs & Co
By Hobbs & Co.
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century mahogany pedestal desk by hobbs & co circa 1900. Beautiful desk in the adams style circa 1900. Stamped by hobbs & co of london. Mahogany lined drawers. Shaped fro...
Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Louis XVI Style Brass Inlaid Mahogany Desk, 20th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
Louis XVI brass inlaid mahogany desk with parcel-gilt and green leather inset top. The mahogany veneered on oak. With a single drawer. Lock not working.
Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Recently Viewed

View All