An attractive 19th-century schoolmaster's desk, featuring a hinged sloping top opening to reveal a generous storage compartment with internal pigeonholes.
Raised on elegant turned legs, this charming piece displays a wonderful patina developed through many decades of use. The simple and practical design is typical of desks used within schools, chapels and offices during the Victorian period.
The lift-top provides ample storage for documents, books and stationery, while the sloping lid offers a comfortable writing surface when closed.
Rich in character and historic charm, this unusual desk would make a wonderful decorative piece, hallway table, occasional desk or conversation piece within a period property, restaurant or café.
The desk shows age-related wear consistent with its history and use, adding to its authentic character.
Approximate measurements:
Width: 100cm
Height: 118.5cm
Depth: 63cm
An attractive 19th-century schoolmaster's desk, featuring a hinged sloping top opening to reveal a generous storage compartment with internal pigeonholes.
Raised on elegant turned legs, this charming piece displays a wonderful patina developed through many decades of use. The simple and practical design is typical of desks used within schools, chapels and offices during the Victorian period.
The lift-top provides ample storage for documents, books and stationery, while the sloping lid offers a comfortable writing surface when closed.
Rich in character and historic charm, this unusual desk would make a wonderful decorative piece, hallway table, occasional desk or conversation piece within a period property, restaurant or café.
The desk shows age-related wear consistent with its history and use, adding to its authentic character.
Approximate measurements:
Width: 100cm
Height: 118.5cm
Depth: 63cm
