Mahogany desk, hole for knees in the centre with three drawers either side and one in centre. The top drawer one each side is false. There is a compartment for a chronometer, accessible via a hinged lid in the top surface. The centre of the writing surface is hinged and props up. Brass key plates on the drawers. Wooden dawer knobs and feet. There is a metal ring for screwing the item to the deck underneath.