A stunning and scarcely seen large, mahogany pedestal desk. Manufactured by Abbess in the 1950s, in a distinct Art Deco Odeon style. These desks were often produced by Abbess for use in Banks and Court Houses.
– Excellent build quality and restored condition.
Constructed from solid mahogany and mahogany veneers. Featuring stunning solid brass curved handles, tooled oxblood leather writing surface, pull out slides to each pedestal. The desk has a clever automatic locking system that secures the whole desk from the central drawer lock - still with original key.
The mahogany has a beautiful grain, please take a look at the photographs for more detail.
Dimensions:
Width: 167cm
Height: 77cm
Depth: 91cm
Distance from floor to underside: 65cm
Width between pedestals: 61cm
Drawers:
Widths: 36.5cm
Heights Left: 11.5cm (X2), 9cm, 6cm
Heights Right: 28cm, 9cm, 6.5cm
A stunning desk that would that would bring a touch of classic mid century style to any interior space.
Please note: this is a large furniture item - please measure all access areas/doorways before ordering.
Furniture Delivery Service
- Specialist courier: items are fully insured & handled with care by our tried and trusted couriers.
- Delivery charge varies by location, size and weight - automatically applied at checkout.
- Timescales: Usually within 10 working days. Scotland & farther afield may take longer.
- View the main Delivery Page for more information on our furniture delivery service.
- If you have a specific request or need an item urgently, please email us prior to purchase.
Our restoration process
Preparation
We carefully assess every piece, identifying any damage, repairs or replacement parts it may need. Drawers may need new runners, handles can be missing or damaged, and joints may require repair or reinforcement. We look beyond the surface to uncover hidden defects, ensuring each piece is restored to work as it was originally intended.
Restoration
With over 20 years of experience, we know that the right restoration techniques can make all the difference. It’s a delicate process that takes patience, skill and attention to detail — one we’ve taken the time to perfect. Each piece is carefully and sensitively restored, preserving its original character and charm while giving it a new lease of life.
Finishing
Finally, we add the finishing touches — whether that’s painting, oiling or sealing, fitting new handles, hinges or catches, or simply giving the piece a final clean and polish. We make sure every piece is ready for modern living, giving it a new lease of life and a renewed sense of purpose, ready to be loved for generations to come.
Before and after
Each piece is carefully and sympathetically restored to preserve the character, charm and beautiful details that make it unique. The result is a truly individual piece of furniture, thoughtfully restored for
modern living and ready to bring warmth, personality and timeless style to your home for years to come.
