Desk Mahogany England XX Century - England Early 20th Century
Features
England Early 20th Century
Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000
Origin: England
Main essence: Maple , Mahogany
Material: Leather
Description
English style desk in mahogany, early 20th century. Top with Moroccan insert, pair of drawers in the band plus 2 side ones, truncated pyramidal legs. Threaded maple.
Product Condition:
Product that due to age and wear may require restoration and resumption of polishing.
Dimensions (cm):
Height: 79
Width: 122
Depth: 50,5
Additional Information
Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000
20th Century / 1901 - 2000Main essence:
Maple
Hard, light wood used for inlays. It grows mainly in Austria, but it is widespread throughout the northern hemisphere, from Japan to North America, passing through China and Europe. It is one of the lightest woods ever, tending to white, it is similar to lime or birch wood. The briar is used in the production of ancient secretaires .Mahogany
It is one of the most precious and sought-after woods in cabinet making. It was discovered in Central America around 1600 and began to be imported to England in the 1700s. Much appreciated for its hardness and indestructibility, it became widespread following the blocking of walnut exports from France in 1720 and the consequent elimination of English import duties on mahogany from the colonies in America and India. The most valuable version comes from Cuba, but it became very expensive. At the end of the 18th century it began to be used also in France in Louis XVI, Directory and Empire furniture, its diffusion declined starting from when Napoleon, in 1810, forbade its import. It was generally used in the manufacture of elegant furniture, due to its characteristics and beautiful grain.Material: Leather
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