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Substantial Walnut Writing Desk
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Substantial Walnut Writing Desk

1920 - 1940
Sold 19 March 2025 · Worboys Antiques
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Description

Substantial solid walnut writing desk , having a green tooled leather top above two drawers with oak linings and turned wooden handles , raised on straight tapering legs . The height to the undertier is 60 cm. Originally from an Oxford University Building.

Height

78 cm / 30 "

Width

98 cm / 38 3/4"

Depth

65 cm / 25 3/4"

Good Condition Wax Finished With A Replacement Leather

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Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Walnut Writing Desk to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
68.5cm (26.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1104728
Dealers Internal Reference
377967
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Description
Substantial solid walnut writing desk , having a green tooled leather top above two drawers with oak linings and turned wooden handles , raised on straight tapering legs . The height to the undertier is 60 cm. Originally from an Oxford University Building.
fig 1. A rectangular walnut writing desk featuring four small drawers with wooden knobs and a green leather-topped surface with gold tooling.
fig 1. Substantial Walnut Writing Desk

Height

78 cm / 30 "

Width

98 cm / 38 3/4"

Depth

65 cm / 25 3/4"

Good Condition Wax Finished With A Replacement Leather

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store.

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If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.
Worboys Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Walnut Writing Desk to the 1930s.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
68.5cm (26.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1104728
Dealers Internal Ref
377967
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Worboys Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Worboys Antiques

Worboys Antiques
Telephone 01494 931812
Location
86 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2JD
United Kingdom

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Verified Since Jul 2005
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Items Sold 6,481
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A rectangular walnut writing desk featuring four small drawers with wooden knobs and a green leather-topped surface with gold tooling.
Substantial Walnut Writing Desk
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A rectangular walnut writing desk featuring four small drawers with wooden knobs and a green leather-topped surface with gold tooling.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLeather writing surface, Turned wooden drawer knobs, Tapered legs, Gold tool embossing
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 68.5 cm (27 in)

FAQs

Traditional writing desks typically feature a flat writing surface, often lined with leather or hide, and integrated drawers for storage. Their design prioritises functionality and classical proportions for study and correspondence.

These desks are predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or oak, frequently complemented by secondary timbers like pine for drawer linings and brass hardware.

Authenticity is determined by examining construction techniques, such as hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, timber shrinkage patterns, tool marks, and appropriate patina and wear consistent with age.

A period writing desk works effectively as a contrasting focal point in a contemporary study or living room, paired with minimalist seating to highlight its historic craftsmanship.

Maintain timber using appropriate beeswax or microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood, avoid placing the item in direct sunlight or near heat sources, and protect leather inserts from moisture.
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