Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Carlton House Desk

Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Carlton House Desk with Satinwood Oval Panels & Green Leather Writing Surface
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A superb Edwardian inlaid mahogany Carlton House desk, expertly crafted in the elegant Carlton House style and dating from the early 20th century. This distinguished desk combines exceptional craftsmanship with practical functionality, featuring a beautifully arranged superstructure of drawers and cupboards above a spacious green leather writing surface. There is a pierced brass gallery to the top.
The upper section is fitted with an attractive arrangement of small drawers flanked by curved cupboard doors, each decorated with striking oval satinwood panels. These satinwood ovals are repeated on the sides of the desk, creating a balanced and highly decorative design. The desk stands on elegant tapering legs terminating in brass castors and offers generous storage through its central frieze drawer and two additional side drawers.
Unlike many examples, this desk is fully polished on all sides, allowing it to be positioned freely within a room rather than against a wall. The rich mahogany grain, fine stringing and inlaid details are beautifully highlighted by the polished finish, making it an impressive centrepiece for a study, library, office or reception room.
A timeless piece of antique furniture, this Edwardian Carlton House desk offers both beauty and practicality, making it ideal for collectors, interior designers and those seeking a statement antique writing desk.
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History of Carlton House Desks
The Carlton House desk takes its name from Carlton House, the London residence of the Prince of Wales, who later became King George IV. The design originated in the late 18th century and is widely associated with the renowned cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton.
Carlton House desks are characterised by their distinctive curved superstructure, which wraps around the rear of the writing surface and incorporates multiple drawers, compartments and cupboards within easy reach of the seated user. The design was intended to provide both elegance and efficiency, combining a writing table with extensive storage in a compact footprint.
Throughout the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian periods, the Carlton House desk remained one of the most desirable forms of writing furniture. Edwardian makers continued to produce these desks using fine mahogany, satinwood and decorative inlays, preserving the refined proportions and sophisticated appearance that have made the design popular for over two centuries.
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Key Features
• Authentic Edwardian period Carlton House desk
• Fine mahogany construction with decorative inlay
• Elegant curved superstructure design
• Green leather inset writing surface
• Multiple drawers for organised storage
• Curved cupboard doors with matching oval satinwood panels
• Oval satinwood panels to each side
• Fully polished all around for free-standing room placement
• Central frieze drawer and two side drawers
• Original-style brass handles and fittings
• Tapering legs terminating in brass castors
• Ideal for study, library, office or reception room
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Dimensions
Measurement Size
Width 122 cm
Depth 68 cm
Height 100 cm
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This Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Carlton House Desk is a green product and have not affected the environment we live in.

Condition report:

Restored and ready to look fantastic in your home