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Victorian Walnut Writing Library Table
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Victorian Walnut Writing Library Table

19th century
Sold 28 April 2025 · Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Description

This exquisite Victorian burr walnut writing desk, also suitable as a library table, is in its original antique condition. The rectangular top features thumbnail moulded edges and retains the original tooled leather writing surface. The frieze houses two smoothly running drawers, crafted with dovetail joints and equipped with turned bun handles. It stands on four reeded tapering legs, each on a platform base with intricately carved ends, all connected by a reeded stretcher. This robust desk boasts a deep colouration and patina, making it an excellent addition to any home or office setting.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Walnut Writing Desk to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
106.2cm (41.81")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1103227
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI3560
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Description
This exquisite Victorian burr walnut writing desk, also suitable as a library table, is in its original antique condition.
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The rectangular top features thumbnail moulded edges and retains the original tooled leather writing surface.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

The frieze houses two smoothly running drawers, crafted with dovetail joints and equipped with turned bun handles. It stands on four reeded tapering legs, each on a platform base with intricately carved ends, all connected by a reeded stretcher. This robust desk boasts a deep colouration and patina, making it an excellent addition to any home or office setting.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Walnut Writing Desk to the Victorian era.

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
106.2cm (41.81")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1103227
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3560
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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A rectangular Victorian walnut writing table with a red leather top, two drawers with wooden knobs, turned legs, and castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular Victorian walnut writing table with a red leather top, two drawers with wooden knobs, turned legs, and castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Walnut Writing Library Table

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Telephone 07977 119 787
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91 Main Street
Thornton
Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jul 2017
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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A rectangular Victorian walnut writing table with a red leather top, two drawers with wooden knobs, turned legs, and castors.
Victorian Walnut Writing Library Table
Ref: SA1103227
A rectangular Victorian walnut writing table with a red leather top, two drawers with wooden knobs, turned legs, and castors.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Turned legs, Inest leather top, H-stretcher base
  • SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 106.2 cm (42 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

Victorian writing tables are characterised by robust craftsmanship, often drawing upon historical revivalism with attention to functional detail, substantial timber construction, and inset leather writing surfaces.

These pieces typically feature solid hardwoods such as walnut or mahogany, frequently utilised as burr veneers on drawer fronts, combined with hand-tooled leather writing inserts and traditional dovetail joinery.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting hand-cut dovetails, traditional timber shrinkage, hand-turned wooden knobs, brass hardware, and the presence of period-appropriate secondary woods.

Pairing a traditional wooden desk with contemporary seating and minimal accessories creates a balanced workspace that highlights the warmth and texture of the historical wood.

Maintain the timber using microcrystalline wax to nourish the grain, and clean leather surfaces gently with a dry or barely damp cloth, avoiding harsh chemical solvents.
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