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19th Century British Colonial/Anglo-Indian Architects Desk

$8,500
£6,429.32
€7,507.09
CA$12,105.33
A$12,282.29
CHF 7,016.41
MX$148,707.84
NOK 82,429.51
SEK 82,320.36
DKK 56,118.57

About the Item

A mid-19th century British Colonial architects desk from India of indigenous mahogany featuring four pull drawers, with two false ones on top and two brass handled pull drawers on either side, the slant top opens to storage area and compartments, resting on six fluted legs with brass paw feet. The desk can easily be adjusted for laptop use by either inserting a block of wood in the inner compartment or by hinging the top to create a level surface.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.75 in (85.73 cm)Width: 72.5 in (184.15 cm)Depth: 42 in (106.68 cm)
  • Place of Origin:
    India
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very fine antique condition with age appropriate wear to surface. There are some natural age cracks on the slant top.
  • Seller Location:
    Plainview, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U1201028356344

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