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19th C Anglo-Indian Carved Padauk Partners Desk
A Superb 19th-Century Anglo-Indian Carved Padauk Pedestal Desk of Exceptional Quality, Circa 1860
This impressive partners desk is constructed entirely from solid padauk and profusely carved on all sides with scrolling vines, abundant leaves, fruit and intricate floral motifs, showcasing the remarkable skill of the Indian cabinetmaker. The traditional English pedestal form, reflecting British influence in India, is here transformed into a richly decorative statement piece that beautifully blends sophistication with historical allure.
The well figured solid top has a wonderful patina and is framed by an ornate carved border with a gadrooned edge, creating a striking and elegant working surface. Below are two banks of three graduating drawers to the pedestals and three deep drawers to the frieze, providing a total of seven mahogany lined drawers that offer excellent storage. All retain their original carved wooden knob handles and feature finely carved floral decoration to the fronts.
The reverse of the desk is finished to the same high standard, with dummy drawers echoing the front design, allowing the piece to stand freely in the centre of a room. The sides are likewise richly carved in matching foliate and floral patterns, ensuring visual impact from every angle. The whole is raised on robust turned and carved bun feet, combining strength with refined detailing.
An outstanding fusion of functionality and artistry, this Anglo-Indian carved partners desk is a piece of great presence and character, ideal as a focal point in a study, library or drawing room in either a traditional or contemporary interior.
Height 82.5cm (32.5in)
Width 167cm (65.7in)
Depth 87cm (34.3in)
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Petworth
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GU28 0AH
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This impressive partners desk is constructed entirely from solid padauk and profusely carved on all sides with scrolling vines, abundant leaves, fruit and intricate floral motifs, showcasing the remarkable skill of the Indian cabinetmaker. The traditional English pedestal form, reflecting British influence in India, is here transformed into a richly decorative statement piece that beautifully blends sophistication with historical allure.
The well figured solid top has a wonderful patina and is framed by an ornate carved border with a gadrooned edge, creating a striking and elegant working surface. Below are two banks of three graduating drawers to the pedestals and three deep drawers to the frieze, providing a total of seven mahogany lined drawers that offer excellent storage. All retain their original carved wooden knob handles and feature finely carved floral decoration to the fronts.
The reverse of the desk is finished to the same high standard, with dummy drawers echoing the front design, allowing the piece to stand freely in the centre of a room. The sides are likewise richly carved in matching foliate and floral patterns, ensuring visual impact from every angle. The whole is raised on robust turned and carved bun feet, combining strength with refined detailing.
An outstanding fusion of functionality and artistry, this Anglo-Indian carved partners desk is a piece of great presence and character, ideal as a focal point in a study, library or drawing room in either a traditional or contemporary interior.
Height 82.5cm (32.5in)
Width 167cm (65.7in)
Depth 87cm (34.3in)
Price
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Category Antique Furniture
Period 19th Century Antiques
Material Padouk wood
Origin English
Item code as1085a898 / 1529
Status For Sale
£8800.00 
$11824.56
€10178.96
$11824.56
€10178.96
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West Sussex
England
GU28 0AH
Tel : 07595603348
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