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American Edwardian 5ft Walnut Roll Top Office Desk

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Here is an exhibition quality antique American Edwardian solid walnut 5ft wide freestanding roll top pedestal desk, circa 1910, made by Horrocks Desk Company (Herkimer, NY, USA), with a stunning comprehensive interior, in excellent condition.

Summary:
• Circa: 1910
• Period: Edwardian
• Wood: Solid walnut
• Provenance: USA
• Cabinetmaker: Horrocks Desk Company (Herkimer, NY, USA)
• Width: 5ft
• Stunning comprehensive interior
• Freestanding / centre room desk
• “S” shaped design
• Solid fielded walnut panels
• Original interior turned knobs, foliate handles & cut-in label holders
• 34 internal drawers
• 8 Internal open compartments
• 2 pull out writing slide supports
• 8 graduated drawers to pedestals
• Original cardboard alphabetical files
• Large filing drawer (right pedestal)
• Central modesty board
• Working lock and key
• Excellent condition
• Dismantles for easy transportation
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland
• Free 14-days UK returns policy

Description:
Here is an exhibition quality antique American Edwardian solid walnut 5ft wide freestanding roll top pedestal desk, circa 1910, made by Horrocks Desk Company (Herkimer, NY, USA), with a stunning comprehensive interior, in excellent condition. The desk has been constructed from the best quality walnut and the exterior of the desk features good quality pronounced fielded (bevel edged) walnut panels. Rolltop desks were usually constructed of oak as this is constructed from walnut, it makes it a rare and desirable desk. The number of small drawers within the top section of the desk denotes the quality of the desk and status of its owner. This desk boasts 34 internal drawers and 8 vertical pigeonholes to the top section.

Constructed with an “S” shaped design to the top section, the desk was designed to be freestanding in the centre of a room. The sliding tambour can be lifted up to reveal a bank of internal drawers and compartments. The interior houses 34 internal drawers, 18 of which incorporate label holders. The original labels are missing therefore, a replacement set has been faithfully reproduced to match the old set (see photos). The new labels feature several extra options, to best suit the user’s needs. If extra labels are required, including new category names, these can be produced for no additional cost. The internal drawers feature their original turned knobs, whilst the larger alphabetised internal drawers boast foliate carved handles. 4 of the 6 carved handle internal drawers retain the original alphabetical files (see photos), which suggests this desk was made by Horrocks Desk Company (Herkimer, NY, USA). Incorporated into the bank of drawers are 8 pigeonhole compartments, ideal for storing paperwork, letters and other accoutrements, with a “cubby hole” below, in the centre.

When the sliding tambour is pulled down and secured using a later barrel lock, with working key, this will lock the top section (the drawers to the pedestals will still be accessible). The original tambour lock and key are in working order.

The desk stands on two large pedestals, which incorporate a bank of graduated drawers. The bottom right drawer features a large open filing drawer. The drawers retain their original, ornately carved walnut cup handles. Sitting on top of each pedestal are two large pull-out-writing slides, ideal for organising additional paper work around you, whilst you work. There is a solid walnut fielded panel modesty board in between the two pedestals at the back of the desk. The desk dismantles into three main sections for easy storage or transportation.

This desk is a truly classic example of grand American roll top desks from the early 20th century period. The level of detail and craftsmanship displayed is second to none. It is rare to see an example, which is not only missing no drawers, but is also in excellent original condition, with such a large number of drawers.

The desk features a mellow walnut colour. It has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. This truly is a very beautiful item with quality construction and is original throughout. It is rare to see one in such good condition.

This desk would look superb in a variety of rooms from the work place to the home office. The desk would certainly grace any home or office and is a great investment, as it is extremely functional. So, don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of antique furniture.

Provenance:
You can find our more details regarding Horrocks desks, by clicking on the following link:


Condition Report:
The desk is in excellent condition and is in complete working order. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, but nothing significant considering its age. There are no ink or water stains or scratches to the main desktop work station. There are old use marks to the tops of the writing slide supports and insides of the drawers (some ink stains in drawers). The tambour incorporates a later working barrel lock, with a working key. When the sliding tambour is pulled down and secured using the original lock and working key, this will lock the top section (the drawers to the pedestals will still be accessible). There are no splits in the tambour (which again, is common in these types of desks). The desk boasts all its original internal label holders and turned knobs. While none of the original labels exist, an updated, extended set of labels has been faithfully reproduced these are brand new and free from damage. Additional labels, including ones with new category names, can be supplied at no extra cost. The desk has been French polished in our workshops. It is rare to see a roll top desk displaying such quality and in such good condition. This item is well made, solid in joint and ready to use.

Dimensions:
External height = 126.8cm or 49⅞” or 4ft 1⅞”
External width = 152.5cm or 60” or 5ft
External depth = 92cm or 36¼” or 3ft 0¼”
Writing height = 76.5cm or 30⅛” or 2ft 6⅛”
Writing width = 142.5cm or 56⅛” or 4ft 8⅛”
Writing depth = 59.3cm or 23⅜” or 1ft 11⅜”
Knee height = 61cm or 24” or 2ft
Knee width (pedestals) = 66.5cm or 26⅛” or 2ft 2⅛”
Knee width (at plinth) = 64.4cm or 25⅜” or 2ft 1⅜”

Customer Service:
We offer customer satisfaction through the following services:
• Free delivery to England, Wales & Southern Scotland
• Free 14 Day Returns
• Full money back assurance
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit

Further Information:
For more information or photographs please email or call us.

Office: 01829 458 070
Julian: 07960 738 212
Yolanda: 07971 882 567

Customers outside the UK should call:

Office: 00 44 1829 458 070
Julian: 00 44 7960 738 212
Yolanda: 00 44 7971 882 567

Free UK Delivery:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland for example, the Isle of Man, Isle of White and Channel Islands. If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item. Delivery will be made by our specialised antique furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries.

Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks depending on location we aim to deliver the majority of items within 2 weeks. All items are professionally packaged and fully insured in transit, therefore, we can assure you, your items will be securely protected in transit and arrive safely with you.

Once you have purchased an item, we will contact you be email and/or telephone and provide you with a provisional delivery date, in order for you to confirm if it is suitable for you. Once you have confirmed you can accept delivery on the provisional delivery date, we will book the delivery in with our shippers and it then becomes a confirmed delivery date.

We will also provide you with our shippers' contact details, in case you need to contact the driver on the day of delivery. It's helpful if you can provide us with both the landline and mobile telephone number, in case the driver cannot reach you on one of the numbers on the day of delivery, they can contact you on your alternative number.

In order to be able to offer you free delivery, it is based on a 1-man delivery only. For any large items that require 2 people to lift the item, we ask that you are available at the time of delivery to be able to give our shipper a lift off the van and into your house with the item. If you are not able to lift items yourself, we ask that you have someone on hand at the time of delivery to assist our shipper with lifting the item.

Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you (we do not charge a return fee / collection fee). You will be given a full refund as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist antique furniture delivery company. We will not accept returns via a courier service (due to experience of damaged items in transit). This refund policy only applies to deliveries to the UK.

UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash on collection or delivery cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer) or PayPal. Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.

International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. The shipping quote provided is a global estimate only. The actual shipping cost will vary by country and postcode. Due to the distances and costs involved with shipping outside the UK, a returns policy is therefore not available for international buyers. Before placing your order(s) please make sure this is the item for you. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal, credit or debit card for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered to our shippers. The advertised price of the item does not include the shipping cost, sales tax, import duty or custom fees.

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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations. All LAPADA & CINOA members abide by their strict code of practice by adhering to reputable standards of quality, expertise and integrity.

Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years. Yolanda Gray has a special interest in Colonial antique furniture, specifically Colonial Four Poster Beds. Yolanda Gray also provides a variety of fine English Antique Furniture, Art and Fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.

Please visit the Yolanda Gray website for further items and information.

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DimensionsExternal height = 126.8cm or 49⅞” or 4ft 1⅞” External width = 152.5cm or 60” or 5ft External depth = 92cm or 36¼” or 3ft 0¼” Writing height = 76.5cm or 30⅛” or 2ft 6⅛” Writing width = 142.5cm or 56⅛” or 4ft 8⅛” Writing depth = 59.3cm or 23⅜” or 1ft 11⅜” Knee height = 61cm or 24” or 2ft Knee width (pedestals) = 66.5cm or 26⅛” or 2ft 2⅛” Knee width (at plinth) = 64.4cm or 25⅜” or 2ft 1⅜” Date Circa 1910  1910s Antiques Material Walnut Origin American Condition The desk is in excellent condition and is in complete working order. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, but nothing significant considering its age. There are no ink or water stains or scratches to the main desktop work station. There are old use marks to the tops of the writing slide supports and insides of the drawers (some ink stains in drawers). The tambour incorporates a later working barrel lock, with a working key. When the sliding tambour is pulled down and secured using the original lock and working key, this will lock the top section (the drawers to the pedestals will still be accessible). There are no splits in the tambour (which again, is common in these types of desks). The desk boasts all its original internal label holders and turned knobs. While none of the original labels exist, an updated, extended set of labels has been faithfully reproduced these are brand new and free from damage. Additional labels, including ones with new category names, can be supplied at no extra cost. The desk has been French polished in our workshops. It is rare to see a roll top desk displaying such quality and in such good condition. This item is well made, solid in joint and ready to use. Item code as236a1895 / 36616 Status Sold

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