FDA-A.355-2013
Parts
Object number
FDA-A.355-2013
Object type
Identification
Title
Master's Desk and Bench
Description
Built in Master's desk and bench, on a raised platform
Description
Material
oak
Physical description
High backed, panelled bench with raised seat in centre, and carved arms either end
Square desk with lockable front
2 curved steps up to bench, creating platform, built around the desk
Carved with names
Square desk with lockable front
2 curved steps up to bench, creating platform, built around the desk
Carved with names
Production
Note
Hybrid of dates, composite piece
Newer parts: raise seat, lockable parts of desk, sides
Panelling contemporary with rest of room, with some 19th century replacements
Newer parts: raise seat, lockable parts of desk, sides
Panelling contemporary with rest of room, with some 19th century replacements




