Antique Writing Desk, English, Walnut, Office, Maple & Co, London, Circa 1900

Our Stock # 18.6449

This is an antique writing desk. An English, walnut office desk by the renowned Maple & Co of London, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1900.

• Elegant writer's desk from the coveted Maple & Co
• Displays a desirable aged patina
• Select walnut shows fine grain interest
• Rich russet hues throughout its wax polish finish

• The rectangular top resplendent with a pierced fretwork gallery in eye-catching brass
• Inset, tooled leather skiver in warm, pink blush hue
• Suite of five drawers arranged as two pairs, with a wide central drawer
• Upper right drawer featuring an inset document storage compartment

• Dressed with brass drop handles over pierced backs and showing Art Nouveau taste
• Fluted pilasters provide classically appealing decoration
• Two drawers feature the 'Maple & Co LD' maker's mark upon opening
• Raised upon turned legs and solid brass castors

This is a wonderfully crafted antique writer's desk from the esteemed Maple & Co of London. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 132cm (52'')
Max Depth: 70cm (27.5'')
Max Height: 94.5cm (37.25'')

Skiver Width: 119.5cm (47'')
Skiver Depth: 58cm (22.75'')

Kneehole Height: 59cm (23.25'')