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High-quality Antique Oak Writing Table - Early 18th Century
Prior and Willis
for sale €1,633     $1,773
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High-quality Antique Oak Writing Table - Early 18th Century

18th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Introducing an antique quality early 18th Century oak writing table, versatile as a desk or dressing table, boasting a classical Early Georgian design.

With remarkable age and charm, having witnessed around 12 generations of life, this piece showcases a unique patina.

Crafted from solid wood with sturdy construction and no loose joints, it exudes character and allure as a rare find. The drawer glides smoothly, providing practical storage.

Measuring 79cm in width, 56cm in depth, and standing at a height of 70cm (with a knee hole measuring 54.5cm), this adaptable piece complements various spaces.

In good antique condition, it bears historic knocks, marks, cracks, repairs, wear, imperfections, and alterations, including some treated historic extinct woodworm holes. Additionally, some feet have been historically replaced.

Identified by stock number 8560, this item is accompanied by a 30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee.

Benefit from competitive shipping rates for both domestic and overseas destinations, ensuring efficient door-to-door service.

Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Oak Writing Table to the 18th Century.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1072979
Dealers Internal Reference
8560
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****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Introducing an antique quality early 18th Century oak writing table, versatile as a desk or dressing table, boasting a classical Early Georgian design.
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With remarkable age and charm, having witnessed around 12 generations of life, this piece showcases a unique patina.
Prior and Willis
fig 1. An early 18th-century oak writing table featuring a rectangular top, two drawers with brass handles, turned legs, and lower stretchers.
fig 1. High-quality Antique Oak Writing Table - Early 18th Century

Crafted from solid wood with sturdy construction and no loose joints, it exudes character and allure as a rare find. The drawer glides smoothly, providing practical storage.

Measuring 79cm in width, 56cm in depth, and standing at a height of 70cm (with a knee hole measuring 54.5cm), this adaptable piece complements various spaces.

fig 2. An early 18th-century oak writing table featuring a rectangular top, two drawers with brass handles, turned legs, and lower stretchers.
fig 2. High-quality Antique Oak Writing Table - Early 18th Century

In good antique condition, it bears historic knocks, marks, cracks, repairs, wear, imperfections, and alterations, including some treated historic extinct woodworm holes. Additionally, some feet have been historically replaced.

fig 3. An early 18th-century oak writing table featuring a rectangular top, two drawers with brass handles, turned legs, and lower stretchers.
fig 3. High-quality Antique Oak Writing Table - Early 18th Century

Identified by stock number 8560, this item is accompanied by a 30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee.

Benefit from competitive shipping rates for both domestic and overseas destinations, ensuring efficient door-to-door service.

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Oak Writing Table to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1072979
Dealers Internal Ref
8560
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Prior and Willis Profile Page

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Prior and Willis
Telephone 07866 705199
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
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An early 18th-century oak writing table featuring a rectangular top, two drawers with brass handles, turned legs, and lower stretchers.
High-Quality Antique Oak Writing Table - Early 18th Century
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An early 18th-century oak writing table featuring a rectangular top, two drawers with brass handles, turned legs, and lower stretchers.
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Early 18th-century oak writing tables typically feature solid joinery, turned legs, perimeter stretcher rails, and shallow drawers fitted with brass hardware. They represent a transition from heavy 17th-century joinery to more refined proportioning in British furniture design.

These tables were crafted using solid English oak, constructed with hand-cut mortise and tenon joints secured by wooden pegs. Drawers were fitted with hand-dovetailed joints and cast brass handles or escutcheon plates.

Authentic period pieces display hand-planed surfaces, irregular dovetail joints, wooden peg joinery, and natural surface wear around friction points such as the stretchers and table top.

An antique oak writing table can function as a hallway console, compact home office desk, or accent piece in a living room, paired with neutral walls and contemporary lighting for visual contrast.

Maintain period oak furniture by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a natural beeswax polish occasionally along the wood grain. Avoid positioning the piece near direct heat sources or in areas with severe humidity fluctuations.
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