This monumental 72-inch executive desk is a rare masterpiece of Anglo-Indian furniture, representing the pinnacle of the 19th-century colonial aesthetic. Hand-carved from solid, dark-grained rosewood, the desk is entirely enveloped in an intricate grapevine and acanthus leaf motif. The architectural silhouette is defined by two massive pedestal towers featuring exquisite pierced-lattice (Jali) carving, which provides a sense of visual airiness despite the desk's significant weight and scale. The craftsmanship is extraordinarily high-relief, with the vines appearing to "grow" across the drawer fronts and side panels. This is not merely a workspace; it is a commanding sculptural statement for a primary study or library. Anglo-Indian furniture emerged during the British Raj, combining traditional Victorian and Regency silhouettes with the superior woodworking skills of Indian artisans. This desk features the classic pedestal (partner's style) design, but replaces European austerity with the lush, floral symbolism of the East. The use of solid, old-growth rosewood ensures the piece is incredibly dense and stable. The intricate lattice work on the pedestals was traditionally designed to allow for airflow in humid climates, protecting stored documents while showcasing the artisan's ability to "hollow out" the timber without sacrificing structural integrity. Dark trim along the base missing on both ends.
At 6 feet wide, this desk requires a room with significant volume. It serves as the ultimate anchor for a Dark Academia or Maximalist Global interior. Pair it with a high-backed leather executive chair and brass lighting to emphasize its colonial heritage.
- *Era: Late 19th / Early 20th Century
- *Size: 72"(L) x 24"(D) x 31"(H)
- *Material: 100% Solid Old-Growth Rosewood (Sheesham)
- *Color: Deep Espresso with Natural Burgundy Undertones
- *Design: Twin Pedestal Towers with Pierced-Lattice Panels and High-Relief Vine Carving
- *Features: Hand-carved grapevine drawers, egg-and-dart base molding, and original internal storage.
- *Origin: Northern India (Anglo-Indian Colonial Workshop)
- *Condition: Fair antique condition; structural integrity is exceptional. Features a rich, deep patina with character marks consistent with its age and hand-carved nature. Dark trim along the base missing on both ends.
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- **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.
Specifications
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Top material: Solid old-growth rosewood with high-relief hand-carved grapevine and acanthus leaf motif across drawer fronts
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Base material: Solid rosewood twin pedestal towers with pierced Jali lattice panels; egg-and-dart base molding; original internal storage
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Dimensions: 72"L × 24"D × 31"H
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Origin: Late 19th / early 20th century; Anglo-Indian colonial rosewood furniture tradition; rosewood (sheesham), Northern India
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Era: Late 19th / Early 20th Century
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Condition: Fair antique; structural integrity exceptional; rich patina with character marks consistent with age; dark trim along base missing on both ends
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Finish: Deep espresso with natural burgundy undertones; hand-carved grapevine throughout
SHIPPING POLICY
We offer FREE shipping on all orders. There are 2 methods used for shipment and delivery which are delivered curb-side:
1. FOR MOST RANGE HOODS, SINKS, FAUCETS AND ACCESSORY PRODUCTS - FedEx Ground is used for delivery. FedEx will deliver the product and leave outside of premise only with out calling to arrange delivery.
2. FOR RANGES, COOKTOP, DROP-INS, DISHWASHERS AND REFRIGERATORS - FedEx Freight is used for delivery. FedEx will call to arrange a specific delivery time and you will have to arrange to be at the ship to address to accept the product. FedEx will not deliver the product in the premise.
We do not ship to PO Boxes.
Fedex Freight delivers the product curb-side only and arrangements to move the product inside the premise will have to be made by the customer.
Full insurance is included in all shipments.
Tracking number(s) will be provided by the email supplied 1-2 business days* after the date of the order is placed and after which:
- Items shipped FedEx Ground will take 2-4 business days* after processing date.
- Items shipped FedEx Freight will take 3-5 business days* after processing date
ALL PRODUCTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY:
1. RANGE HOOD WARRANTY*:
ZLINE - All Range hoods have LIFETIME Warranty on the range hood motor fan and 3-Year warranty on range hood shell which includes control panel, stainless filters, chimney. *Extended warranty can be purchased from CPS.
THOR - All Range hoods have 2-Year warranty.
KUCHT - Range hoods have 4-year warranty on range hood shell which includes control panel, stainless filters, chimney and motor.
ILVE - All products have 2-year warranty
2. RANGES, OVENS, COOKTOPS AND DROP-INS WARRANTY:
ZLINE - All Ranges products and ovens have 1-year warranty. *Extended warranty can be purchased from CPS.
THOR - All Ovens, Cooktop and Drop-ins products have 2-year warranty
KUCHT - All products have 4-year warranty
ILVE - All products have 2-year warranty
3. SINKS WARRANTY:
ZLINE & BOCCHI sinks have LIFETIME warranty.
LATOSCANA sinks have 3-year warranty.
4. MICROWAVE WARRANTY:
All Microwaves have 2-year warranty.
5. DISHWASHER WARRANTY:
All Dishwashers have 2-year warranty.
THOR - 1-year warranty
Kucht - All products have 4-year warranty
6. FAUCETS WARRANTY:
All Faucets have Lifetime warranty.
7. REFRIGERATORS WARRANTY:
THOR - 2-year warranty
KUCHT - All products have 4-year warranty
*Please note: Extended warranty can be purchased form CPS (See above).
