Gold Leaf ‘Sound Wave’ Black Antique Writing Desk Upcycled Hand Painted
Accrington, United Kingdom
£245 per item
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Item details
Height
77.0 cm
Width
107.0 cm
Depth
55.0 cm
Wear conditions
Good
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
Apparent Wear and Tear
Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.
Description
Welcome to my listing for the "Sound wave" desk, a testament to creativity, sustainability, and hidden expletives! Crafted from reclaimed wood and transformed with a matte black paint finish, this upcycled desk is a fusion of elegance and punk rock ethic.
The deep black hue is recycled chalk paint made by Dulux'x community repaint ReColour range, finished with Annie Sloan Black Wax. Upon closer inspection, texture and wood grain emerge through the paint, adding depth and character to the desk's surface.
What truly sets the "Sound wave" desk apart is the applied gold leaf that depicts a sound wave of a male voice shouting ' F**k off!'. The raised, ornate patterns of the gold leaf create a slightly tactile finish.
When the right angle and lighting converge, the hidden message is a gilded revelation amid the dark backdrop. It's a reminder that there is visual beauty in sound, and there are ways to capture it.
The desk is hopefully not just a piece of furniture; it encourages exploration and introspection. It symbolizes the beauty that can be found in the unexpected. With its blackened elegance and gold leaf message, it's a conversation starter and a source of focus in any room.
Processes, Design, Products and Techniques.
The up cycle and prep for the bodywork was straight forward - thorough cleaning and fillering followed by three coats of recycled chalk paint by ReColour in black.
The legs then had gold size applied and 75 sheets of fine grade gold leaf were attached, and sealed with dark wax
The drawer front sound wave design came from a design by Scorched Earth Industries. You can find the original on Etsy.
To recreate it I used a fine tipped edge to replicate the sound wave pattern in gold size and then applied another 10 sheets of gold leaf to the size.
The whole desk and drawer fronts were then treated with dark wax to seal the finish.
The top of the desk is an original leather writing pad so please expect to find that this area has a vintage patina. The dimples from pens and objects placed on the surface can be picked out when you look closely but it has no detraction from the statement look of the entire piece.
Condition report:
Refurbished, clean, finished and ready to use!
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- Selling at Vinterior since 2023
- 10 sales
- Ships from Accrington, United Kingdom
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Last updated: 24th March 2025
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