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Unusual Antique Rosewood Library Architects Desk

Description
A very unusual early Victorian rosewood metamorphic library / architects table/ desk. The top can be raised at various angles by the underside mechanisms and has a thumb moulded top with a tan coloured leather writing surface which has blind and gold tooling. The top also has a removable book rest which is housed to the underside when not in use. The frieze has 2 useful drawers with working brass locks and keys, the corners with attractive gadrooned finials. The table is supported on well turned and gadrooned columns with flower and leaf carved cabriole legs which terminate with scroll feet and casters. Condition- Very good and original. Dimensions:- Height…28.75’’/ 73cm. Max. Adjustable Height..50’’/ 139.5cm. Width…53.25’’/ 135cm. Depth…29.25’’/ 74.5cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.ALL TRADE ENQUIRIES WELCOME.
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DateEarly Victorian :
1850
Codeas243a2960 / 23884
Price £1850.00
€2141.38
$2521.74
The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 7/MAY/2026.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.StatusFor Sale SellerJohn Howkins Antiques Telephone01508 498335Non UK callers :+44 1508 498335 Emailjghowkins@gmail.com
€2141.38
$2521.74
The price has been listed in British Pounds.Conversion rates as of 7/MAY/2026.
Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.StatusFor Sale SellerJohn Howkins Antiques Telephone01508 498335Non UK callers :+44 1508 498335 Emailjghowkins@gmail.com
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