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Antique French Mahogany Writing Table
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Antique French Mahogany Writing Table

19th century
Sold 5 February 2025 · Past to Present
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Description

A superb french writing table in mahogany that dates to around 1880

In excellent original condition in a mid brown waxed finish in the Empire style with elegant turned and reeded legs and two oak lined drawers

Comes with working locks and an original key

Measures 39 inches wide, 23 inches deep and 30 inches high

A real statement piece that would grace a period or contemporary home

For collection or I can arrange delivery….. please contact me for a quote

Date of Manufacture

Past to Present has dated this Antique Mahogany Writing Table to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1060777
Dealers Internal Reference
AB/2024/04/193
Dealers Notes

All my items are sold with a full refund policy if you are not completely satisfied with your purchase

Alternatively you are welcome to view any item prior to purchase……we are based in Wrexham North Wales

Description
A superb french writing table in mahogany that dates to around 1880
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In excellent original condition in a mid brown waxed finish in the Empire style with elegant turned and reeded legs and two oak lined drawers.
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fig 1. An antique French mahogany writing table featuring two drawers and four turned, fluted legs.
fig 1. Antique French Mahogany Writing Table

Comes with working locks and an original key

Measures 39 inches wide, 23 inches deep and 30 inches high

A real statement piece that would grace a period or contemporary home

For collection or I can arrange delivery….. please contact me for a quote

Date of Manufacture

Past to Present has dated this Antique Mahogany Writing Table to the Victorian era.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1060777
Dealers Internal Ref
AB/2024/04/193
Past to Present
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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North Wales
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Feb 2022
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An antique French mahogany writing table featuring two drawers and four turned, fluted legs.
Antique French mahogany writing table
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFluted legs, Turned wooden feet, Twin frieze drawers
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 100 cm (39 in) x D 76 cm (30 in)

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French writing tables, often referred to as bureaux plat, originated in the 17th century and evolved through various royal periods, becoming central pieces for writing and correspondence in formal households.

These tables were traditionally constructed using dense hardwoods like mahogany, walnut, or oak, often featuring secondary woods for drawer linings, hand-cut dovetail joints, and sometimes brass or bronze mounts.

Authenticity is identified through construction techniques such as hand-cut dovetailing, traditional joinery, the presence of aged patina, hand-forged or period-appropriate hardware, and natural timber shrinkage over time.

An antique writing table can serve as a striking focal point in a contemporary study or living room by pairing it with minimalist seating to create a balanced contrast between old and new design elements.

Preserve antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood splitting, and clean it periodically using a soft, dry cloth and high-quality beeswax rather than silicone polishes.
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