Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk

Edwardian Flame Mahogany Kidney-Shaped Writing Desk
Item Code: LC1386
A highly attractive Edwardian flame mahogany kidney-shaped writing desk of elegant proportions, featuring a shaped green leather writing surface and finely figured veneers throughout.
The desk is arranged with a central frieze drawer flanked by pairs of curved drawers to either side, each fitted with decorative metal drop handles. The figured flame mahogany drawer fronts are framed with contrasting line inlay, while the shaped top is inset with a green leather writing surface finished with gilt tooling around the edge.
Standing on slender turned and reeded legs terminating in brass castors, the desk is further enhanced by shaped curved stretchers beneath, giving the piece a particularly graceful and refined appearance.
With its distinctive kidney-shaped form and excellent decorative presence, this would make an impressive writing desk, dressing table or statement piece in a study, bedroom or drawing room.
Key Features
* Edwardian kidney-shaped writing desk
* Flame mahogany construction
* Figured and decorative veneers
* Green leather inset writing surface
* Gilt tooled leather border
* Central drawer with four curved side drawers
* Decorative metal drop handles
* Fine line inlay
* Turned and reeded legs
* Shaped stretchers
* Brass castors
* Elegant and unusual proportions
Dimensions
Width: 147 cm
Depth: 69 cm
Height: 77 cm

Condition
Good antique condition with signs of wear, marks and minor imperfections commensurate with age and use. There is some shrinkage to the top, but this is not detrimental to the piece.