Search 0
53,333  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 108 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
108 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Items per page
ID #SA1106298
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Red Leather Writing Desk
Sold by Founders Antiques
sold SA1106298
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
Founders Antiques

Founders Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Aug 2023
Browse dealers 136 items
  • About Us
    Merchants of fine antique furniture
Id #SA1106298
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Red Leather Writing Desk

1900 - 1920
Sold 23 March 2025 · Founders Antiques
This “Antique Edwardian Mahogany Red Leather Writing Desk” found a buyer.

It was listed by Founders Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

See more desks for sale Ask the dealer for something similar
Description

A smart Edwardian mahogany bow front writing desk with the large red leather inset top below a long raised shelf incorporating two small drawers. Three sizeable frieze drawers sit below the table top, all raised on elegant tapering legs terminating in original brass and ceramic castors.

Very good condition, structurally all in fine order with just some light aged surface wear and a couple of very minor veneer losses. Retailers label for Leslie Butcher to rear.

English, circa 1910.

H: 88 W: 98 D: 53 cm

Desktop height: 73 cm

Height to underside of desk: 60 cm

Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Writing Desk to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1106298
Dealers Internal Reference
3310
Dealers Notes

DELIVERY INCLUDED - All prices include UK mainland delivery*.

The price you see is what you pay. *This covers most of England, Wales and Scotland as far North as Edinburgh / Glasgow.

Delivery is normally within 5-12 working days of dispatch depending on location. More remote areas may take longer or incur a surcharge. The courier will call you directly to discuss delivery arrangements.

Delivery is based on a one person service, so assistance may be required with larger/heavier items. If a two person service is required contact us for a quote. Delivery is based on a ground floor service to the door.

International delivery available - contact us for a quote.

If you have any questions or want to discuss this piece in more detail just give us a call on 07722 557245 or email hello@foundersantiques.co.uk

Description
A smart Edwardian mahogany bow front writing desk with the large red leather inset top below a long raised shelf incorporating two small drawers.
“
Three sizeable frieze drawers sit below the table top, all raised on elegant tapering legs terminating in original brass and ceramic castors.
Founders Antiques
fig 1. An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Edwardian Mahogany Red Leather Writing Desk

Very good condition, structurally all in fine order with just some light aged surface wear and a couple of very minor veneer losses. Retailers label for Leslie Butcher to rear.

English, circa 1910.

H: 88 W: 98 D: 53 cm

Desktop height: 73 cm

Height to underside of desk: 60 cm

Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Writing Desk to the Edwardian era.

Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
98cm (38.58")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1106298
Dealers Internal Ref
3310
Founders Antiques
Founders Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2023

Merchants of fine antique furniture

Dealer Profile

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

PDF SHARE
SAVE
An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 11
Archive I An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Red Leather Writing Desk

Archive II An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View II
Archive III An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View III
Archive IV An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View IV
Archive V An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View V
Archive VI An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View VI
Archive VII An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View IX
Archive X An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View X
Archive XI An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors. View XI
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
Founders Antiques

Founders Antiques
Telephone 07722 557245
Location
Unit 1a Stallings Lane
Kingswinford
West Midlands
DY6 7HU
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/foundersantiques
Verified Since Aug 2023
Items For Sale 136
Items Sold 802
Founders Antiques
Founders Antiques
Verified Since Aug 2023
View Dealer Info
Location: Unit 1a Stallings Lane, Kingswinford, West Midlands, DY6 7HU, United Kingdom, , By appointment only.
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/foundersantiques
Verified
Aug 2023
For Sale
136
Sold
802
An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors.
Antique Edwardian Mahogany Red Leather Writing Desk
Ref: SA1106298
An antique Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a red leather insert, multiple drawers, and brass castors.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLeather insert, Brass hardware, Multiple drawers, Tapered legs
  • SizeH 88 cm (35 in) x W 98 cm (39 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

FAQs

Edwardian furniture, produced during the reign of King Edward VII from 1901 to 1910, often lighter in form and colour than heavy Victorian pieces, frequently draws inspiration from earlier 18th-century Sheraton and Chippendale designs.

These desks are typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or satinwood, often featuring hand-tooled leather writing surfaces, brass hardware, and delicate string inlay.

Authenticity can be determined by inspecting dovetail joints in the drawers for hand-cut irregularity, observing uniform timber ageing, and checking for appropriate brass hardware and secondary woods consistent with the period.

Pairing a traditional wooden desk with minimalist modern seating creates a balanced study space, allowing the historical craftsmanship to serve as a focal point within the room.

Leather surfaces should be dusted regularly with a soft, dry cloth and treated periodically with specialist leather conditioners to prevent cracking, while avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories