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Exhibition quality satinwood Carlton House desk

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An early 20th century exhibition quality satinwood inlaid Carlton House desk in the Classical form of superb patina, attributed to Edwards & Roberts - ADDITIONAL IMAGES CAN BE VIEWED ON MY WEBSITE

The desk is completely veneered with finely figured satinwood with each panel, drawer and leg etc consisting of satinwood veneer, mahogany & boxwood stringing with a banding of goncalo alves and superb exotic wood marquetry and engraved inlaid decoration. The satinwood veneer is of superb patina, having the appearance of an 18th century piece of satinwood.

The desk consists of three panels to the top, each inlaid with classical urns and foliate scrolls with six cedar lined drawers below. The drawers have a central scallop shell inlaid design with foliate scrolls (replicated on all drawers) and fine quality brass handles and all drawers having the original keys.

To each side of the drawers are curved cupboards with curved doors each with finely inlaid urn decoration and pardalokampos (leopard head with fish tail), these sections carry round to downswept hinged lids again with scrolling flower & foliage designs, each lid concealing letter rack compartments.

Each of these compartments has a small drawer underneath again inlaid with the same scallop shell and foliate scroll design with fine quality brass handles.

The writing surface has a central dark green tooled leather panel with inlaid decoration of baskets of flowers tied with ribbons to each side .

Below this is a moulded edge leading down to three further drawers, these being mahogany lined and replicating the same inlaid decoration of shells and scrolls and fine quality brass handles.

The top of the legs has an inlaid design of flowers and ribbons leading down to the elegant square tapered legs, all sides being inlaid with flower and foliage designs and terminating on brass castors.

The back and sides consists of three panels, the back having an inlaid design of a flaming classical urn with dolphin handles and foliate scrolls and the sides having a design of smaller urns and foliate scrolls.

This leads down to a frieze with central scallop shell, floral and foliate scroll inlaid design.

This desk is in excellent condition, of superb quality and can go straight into a home, library or office.

We have attributed this desk to Edwards & Roberts, although this piece does not bear their stamp it is typical of the quality and designs that they were producing in this period, specialising particularly in superb cabinetwork, marquetry and inlay.

The Carlton House Desk probably originated from a desk made in the 18th century for the Prince of Wales by the Royal cabinetmaker, John Kerr for the Prince's London residence, Carlton House.

A very similar desk designed by George Hepplewhite featured in 'The Cabinetmakers London book of prices' and also Thomas Sheraton's 'The Cabinetmakers & upholsterers drawing book' but it was Gillows that first used the term 'Carlton House table' in 1796 when they made one to be sold in London.

These desks or writing antique tables are renowned for being of elegant form and could equally be used as a desk, writing table or even a dressing table.

Size

Height 39.75'' / 101cm

Width 48'' / 122cm

Depth 25'' / 63.5cm

Height 30.5'' / 77.5cm (to writing surface)

Height 23.5'' / 59.5cm (floor to bottom rail)

LVS Decorative Arts is a family run business specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

Being members of LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antiques dealers in the UK, we are committed in upholding the highest of standards.

All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods by cabinet makers and polishers with a wealth of experience keeping the item in as original condition as possible and conserving original patina (colour) and materials whenever possible - we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

Please bear in mind antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK

Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

Please note viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange

Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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Please note antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

Please contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

Thank you and we hope you find our stock interesting.
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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK 

Deliveries can be arranged by us, using specialist antiques couriers and shippers both within the UK and overseas.

Most UK deliveries will be made within 14 days, some may take longer but we would advise of this at the time of purchase.

Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

Any overseas delivery timescales are discussed with the buyer at time of purchase.

RETURNS

Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase. 

We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.

Please bear in mind that all antiques have slight blemishes and this adds to the character of them.

Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.

The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.

CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMER

Please note if you cancel a purchase after paying but before the item has been delivered, we will issue a full refund excluding a 10% administration fee.


Please note that in the very unlikely event an item is delivered and arrives with damaged packaging, it is a requisite by many insurance companies used by shippers/couriers that the following is undertaken as soon as possible 

1) photographs taken of the packaging/box before being opened and emailed to me

2) no packaging/boxes must be destroyed or cut as these may need to be viewed  

3) photographs taken of the item (if damaged) and emailed to me

   
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TERMS OF SALE

Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase. 

We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.

Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.

The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
Date 1900  Early 20th Century Antiques Material Satinwood Origin English Maker Edwards and Roberts | Furniture maker Item code as304a438 / LVS617 Status Sold

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