A large vintage oak desk produced in the 1940s/50s, primarily for use as school teacher desk.
Constructed from solid oak and oak veneers, the desk features three solid oak drawers to the left side, a large central drawer and two drawers to the right. The desk also comes complete with original pull out writing slides to each side.
In great vintage condition having been cleaned and waxed to retain its character, the oak has a striking patina, there is a historic mark on the top probably where a plant has been placed but nothing to detract from the overall beauty of the desk. The drawers would benefit from lining with some paper of your choice as there are various marks and stains from years of storage. Please take a look at the photographs for more detail.
Dimensions:
Height: 77cm
Width: 150cm
Depth: 90cm
Height from floor to underside of desk: 63cm
Width between pedestals: (seating area) 64cm
Drawers:
Widths: 30cm
Heights - Four standard: 12cm, Bottom right: 28cm
Central Drawer - Width: 61cm Height: 5cm
A beautiful desk that would make a great addition to any vintage/Industrial/mid-century inspired interior.
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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.
