Hepplewhite Style Writing

Desk

This three drawer Hepplewhite style writing desk is designed to provide a convenient, comfortable desk for writing or working on the computer.  The desk height can be modified to accommodate different intended uses (28" is preferable for typing or laptop use,  while 29-31" is more comfortable for writing.)  The desk shown has dimensions of 48" long x 26" deep x 30" high. The frame of the desk is made from solid cherry and features tapered legs and pinned mortise and tenon joinery.  The top of the desk is a two board matched curly cherry top. The drawer fronts are constructed from highly figured tiger maple which is outlined with a band of walnut inlay and a tiger maple cockbead around the edges.  The size and wood selection can be customized to suit your requirements.

Features

• Desk shown with dimensions: 30" height x 48" width x 26" deep • Tapered legs with pinned mortise and tenon joints • Table skirts have a decorative bead around the lower edge. • Three drawers (approximately 3" deep). • Drawer interiors are constructed from maple with a solid poplar bottom. • Drawer features hand cut dovetails at all four corners. • Reproduction quality solid brass knobs. • Stained to simulate an antique cherry color and finished with a hand rubbed varnish.  • Hand rubbed and waxed to a satiny sheen.

This is a similar desk that I built with slightly larger dimensions and mahogany banding.

Detail view of the tiger maple drawer fronts with mahogany banding and cockbeading.

Detail view of the hand cut dovetail joints.