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Victorian Mahogany Desk by Lamb of Manchester
Here is an example of a superb quality antique Victorian 4ft mahogany and leather knee hole desk, circa 1860, made by the renowned cabinetmakers, James Lamb of Manchester.
Summary
• Circa 1860
• Period Mid Victorian
• Wood Solid mahogany
• Size 4ft wide x 2ft deep
• Cabinetmaker Lamb of Manchester
• Thumb moulded top
• Turned mahogany knobs
• Sage green & gold tool leather
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Mahogany lined drawers
• Moulded cushion drawer fronts
• 9 working graduated drawers
• Significant storage space
• Original rounded plinths
• Fantastic original colour
• Excellent condition
• Excellent quality
• 14 day free UK returns policy
Here is an example of a superb quality antique Victorian 4ft mahogany and leather knee hole desk, circa 1860, made by the renowned cabinetmakers, James Lamb of Manchester. The desk boasts a dark sage green & gold tool leather flanked a by a rounded thumb moulded edge top. Below, there are 4 large working graduated drawers to each pedestal and a central drawer above the kneehole area. The front of the desk boasts moulded cushion fronts drawers (this is a sign of top quality) along with the original turned mahogany knobs. The hand dovetailed drawer linings and drawer bottoms are constructed of top quality solid mahogany, they even feature quarter beading in the drawer linings (another sign of quality) feature lovely quality thumb moulded fronts. The top left hand drawer is stamped “Lamb of Manchester”. Below, the pedestals feature traditional Victorian round corner plinths.
The desk boasts a mellow brown mahogany colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
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 a great investment, as they are an extremely functional. So don't miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of antique furniture.
Provenance
Lamb of Manchester were distinguished cabinetmakers during the mid Victorian period in Manchester. Born in 1816, James Lamb joined his family’s cabinet making business and developed it into one of the most well respected and prestigious cabinetmakers of their time, providing interior design services and top quality antique furniture for the wealthy industrial families in the north of England. Their work was finally recognised on the international stage, when they were awarded medals at the London 1862 Exhibition and the Paris 1867 Exhibition. James Lamb died in 1903 his obituary appeared in The Journal of Decorative Art and British Decorators where it was quoted “His name was a synonym for the best in everything that he did from 1850 – 1885, and he towered over everybody in Lancashire and Yorkshire as maker of high class furniture. His name for 50 years stood as a landmark for all that was best in both spheres of industrial art”. Lamb of Manchester helped nurture upcoming talent in their industry with the likes of designers such as Charles Bevan, Bruce Talbert and W. J. Estall, worked for Lamb of Manchester during their careers.
Condition Report
This desk is in very good condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the desk and one shake in the timber to one side of the desk, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Some ink stains to top drawers. The hand-dovetailed drawers are constructed of solid mahogany. The green leather is in excellent condition with no marks, damage or stains. We offer a leather replacement service, if you prefer different colour leather please contact us for a quote. This item is solid in joint the desk does not wobble and is ready to use.
Dimensions
External height = 74.5cm or 29⅜” or 2ft 5⅜”
External width = 122cm or 48” or 4ft
External depth = 61cm or 24” or 2ft
Knee height = 58cm or 22⅞” or 1ft 10⅞”
Knee width (body) = 44cm or 17¼” or 1ft 5¼”
Customer Service
We offer 100% customer satisfaction through the following services
• Full money back assurance
• 24 hour telephone
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
• Full assembly service
• Packaging removed & recycled
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
UK Delivery
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £75. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote. If you wish to avoid the delivery cost, you can collect the item in person. Delivery will be made by our own specialised furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries. We will inform you by email and/or telephone and provide you with full delivery details including when to expect delivery. Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks (depending on location). We will contact you to arrange the delivery day please ensure you give us a contact number to aid the delivery process. Delivery includes insurance we can assure you that the packaging standard is second to none and will fully protect 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. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist 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 of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal or credit card for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
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. CIONA 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 products and information.
Ref. Lamb Desk 20
SellerYola Gray Antiques
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Yola Gray Antiques
Unit 4, Organsdale Farm
Kelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
Tel : 01829 458 070
Non UK callers : +44 1829 458 070
Get directions to Yola Gray Antiques
Summary
• Circa 1860
• Period Mid Victorian
• Wood Solid mahogany
• Size 4ft wide x 2ft deep
• Cabinetmaker Lamb of Manchester
• Thumb moulded top
• Turned mahogany knobs
• Sage green & gold tool leather
• Hand dovetailed drawer construction
• Mahogany lined drawers
• Moulded cushion drawer fronts
• 9 working graduated drawers
• Significant storage space
• Original rounded plinths
• Fantastic original colour
• Excellent condition
• Excellent quality
• 14 day free UK returns policy
Here is an example of a superb quality antique Victorian 4ft mahogany and leather knee hole desk, circa 1860, made by the renowned cabinetmakers, James Lamb of Manchester. The desk boasts a dark sage green & gold tool leather flanked a by a rounded thumb moulded edge top. Below, there are 4 large working graduated drawers to each pedestal and a central drawer above the kneehole area. The front of the desk boasts moulded cushion fronts drawers (this is a sign of top quality) along with the original turned mahogany knobs. The hand dovetailed drawer linings and drawer bottoms are constructed of top quality solid mahogany, they even feature quarter beading in the drawer linings (another sign of quality) feature lovely quality thumb moulded fronts. The top left hand drawer is stamped “Lamb of Manchester”. Below, the pedestals feature traditional Victorian round corner plinths.
The desk boasts a mellow brown mahogany colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
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 a great investment, as they are an extremely functional. So don't miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of antique furniture.
Provenance
Lamb of Manchester were distinguished cabinetmakers during the mid Victorian period in Manchester. Born in 1816, James Lamb joined his family’s cabinet making business and developed it into one of the most well respected and prestigious cabinetmakers of their time, providing interior design services and top quality antique furniture for the wealthy industrial families in the north of England. Their work was finally recognised on the international stage, when they were awarded medals at the London 1862 Exhibition and the Paris 1867 Exhibition. James Lamb died in 1903 his obituary appeared in The Journal of Decorative Art and British Decorators where it was quoted “His name was a synonym for the best in everything that he did from 1850 – 1885, and he towered over everybody in Lancashire and Yorkshire as maker of high class furniture. His name for 50 years stood as a landmark for all that was best in both spheres of industrial art”. Lamb of Manchester helped nurture upcoming talent in their industry with the likes of designers such as Charles Bevan, Bruce Talbert and W. J. Estall, worked for Lamb of Manchester during their careers.
Condition Report
This desk is in very good condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the desk and one shake in the timber to one side of the desk, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Some ink stains to top drawers. The hand-dovetailed drawers are constructed of solid mahogany. The green leather is in excellent condition with no marks, damage or stains. We offer a leather replacement service, if you prefer different colour leather please contact us for a quote. This item is solid in joint the desk does not wobble and is ready to use.
Dimensions
External height = 74.5cm or 29⅜” or 2ft 5⅜”
External width = 122cm or 48” or 4ft
External depth = 61cm or 24” or 2ft
Knee height = 58cm or 22⅞” or 1ft 10⅞”
Knee width (body) = 44cm or 17¼” or 1ft 5¼”
Customer Service
We offer 100% customer satisfaction through the following services
• Full money back assurance
• 24 hour telephone
• Worldwide shipping
• Full insurance of items in transit
• Full assembly service
• Packaging removed & recycled
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
UK Delivery
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £75. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote. If you wish to avoid the delivery cost, you can collect the item in person. Delivery will be made by our own specialised furniture delivery service, or in some cases we will use a courier service for distant deliveries. We will inform you by email and/or telephone and provide you with full delivery details including when to expect delivery. Delivery times are usually 1-4 weeks (depending on location). We will contact you to arrange the delivery day please ensure you give us a contact number to aid the delivery process. Delivery includes insurance we can assure you that the packaging standard is second to none and will fully protect 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. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost as long as the item is returned in the same condition. We will collect returns using our own specialist 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 of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We request payment by bank transfer (we do not accept payment via PayPal or credit card for international purchases). Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase. Payment must be cleared before the items are collected or delivered.
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. CIONA 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 products and information.
Ref. Lamb Desk 20
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 27/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £75.
DimensionsExternal height = 74.5cm or 29⅜” or 2ft 5⅜”
External width = 122cm or 48” or 4ft
External depth = 61cm or 24” or 2ft
Knee height = 58cm or 22⅞” or 1ft 10⅞”
Knee width (body) = 44cm or 17¼” or 1ft 5¼”
Category Antique Furniture
Date Circa 1860
Mid Victorian Antiques Material Mahogany
Origin English
Maker Lamb of Manchester
Condition This desk is in very good condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the desk and one shake in the timber to one side of the desk, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Some ink stains to top drawers. The hand-dovetailed drawers are constructed of solid mahogany. The green leather is in excellent condition with no marks, damage or stains. We offer a leather replacement service, if you prefer different colour leather please contact us for a quote. This item is solid in joint the desk does not wobble and is ready to use.
Item code as236a746 / Lamb Desk 20
Status Sold
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Conversion rates as of 27/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £75.
View all stock from
Yola Gray Antiques
Unit 4, Organsdale FarmKelsall,
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
Tel : 01829 458 070
Non UK callers : +44 1829 458 070
Get directions to Yola Gray Antiques
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