Victorian ormolu mounted parquetry desk by Donald Ross

By Ross, Donald (British, 1830-1916)

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Description

On tapered legs with ormolu mounts, the rectangular mahogany desk decorated extensively with intricate satinwood and rosewood parquetry work.

This rare bureau is one of the finest examples of Ross’ work and the model has been reproduced as tables de milieu, tables ambulantes and secretaires. A pair of Donald Ross side tables, similarly decorated with his distinctive 'dot & trellis’ marquetry inlay, is held in the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

Literature-+

Christopher Payne (1981), Nineteenth Century European Furniture, p. 315.

Details

Artist / Maker
By Ross, Donald (British, 1830-1916)
Country of Origin
English
Date of Manufacture
c.1880
Period
Late 19th Century
Material
Mahogany, Ormolu (Gilt Bronze), Rosewood, Satinwood
Colour
Brown, Gold

Dimensions

Height
77.5 cm / 30.3 inches
Width
99 cm / 39 inches
Depth
54.5 cm / 21.3 inches

Reference:
013051

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