Antique Mahogany Ledger Desk / Tabletop Writing Slope

Antique Mahogany Ledger Desk / Tabletop Writing Slope

An antique mahogany tabletop ledger desk with a sloping hinged lid, an open internal storage compartment and a brass keyhole escutcheon. Its rich timber tones and aged patina make it an attractive addition to a study, home office or library.

Designed for bookkeeping and clerical use, it offers a generous surface for writing and space inside for papers and stationery.

Details & Dimensions

• Estimated date: late 19th to early 20th century.
• Materials: solid mahogany with brass fittings.
• Listed origin: United Kingdom.
• Maker unidentified; no visible maker’s mark recorded.
• Dimensions: approximately 58.4cm wide × 16.5cm high × 44.5cm deep (23 × 6½ × 17½ inches).
• Weight: approximately 4kg, excluding packaging.

Condition & Functionality

Solid, usable antique condition, with historic scuffs, small marks and an aged patina consistent with age and use. The hinged lid operates smoothly but sits approximately 3mm proud at the front-left corner when closed.

No key or inkwells are included. The lock mechanism is untested and its operation cannot be confirmed.

Please review all high-resolution photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description. The item pictured is the exact desk you will receive.

What’s Included

Antique mahogany ledger desk only. No key or inkwells are included.

Shipping

Dispatched by insured courier with tracking and a signature required on delivery.