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Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk
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Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk

19th century
Sold 3 October 2025 · London City Antiques
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Fine quality Victorian freestanding Maple & Co. inlaid writing desk having original pierced brass galleries, mirror to the centre with a pretty inlaid rail above flanked by two faux drawers to the right, one faux and one opening drawer to the left all which are exquisitely inlaid in a beautiful design. The drawers all boast the attractive original brass engraved handles and have shaped lids which open to reveal a stationery and storage department. The top has a green leather writing surface, seven satinwood inlaid drawers to the kneehole desk all with brass engraved handles, satinwood inlay to the sides and raised on eight elegant square satinwood inlaid tapering legs on original brass cup castors.

This outstanding example is in magnificent original condition, the design and craftsmanship is superior. The colour and inlay being fabulous

Height to desk 73.5 cm (28.93 in)

Height overall 94 cm (37 in)

Width 104 cm (40.94 in)

Depth 53cm (20.86 in)

Dated 1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
73.5cm (28.94")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
104cm (40.94")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Antique Writing Desk to the 1880s.

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SA1106423
Dealers Internal Reference
2094
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Fine quality Victorian freestanding Maple & Co. inlaid writing desk having original pierced brass galleries, mirror to the centre with a pretty inlaid rail above flanked by two faux drawers to the right, one faux and one opening drawer to the left all which are exquisitely inlaid in a beautiful design.
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The drawers all boast the attractive original brass engraved handles and have shaped lids which open to reveal a stationery and storage department.
London City Antiques

The top has a green leather writing surface, seven satinwood inlaid drawers to the kneehole desk all with brass engraved handles, satinwood inlay to the sides and raised on eight elegant square satinwood inlaid tapering legs on original brass cup castors.

fig 1. An antique Victorian freestanding writing desk featuring intricate marquetry inlay, a green leather top, multiple small drawers, and brass hardware.
fig 1. Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk

This outstanding example is in magnificent original condition, the design and craftsmanship is superior. The colour and inlay being fabulous

Height to desk 73.5 cm (28.93 in)

Height overall 94 cm (37 in)

Width 104 cm (40.94 in)

Depth 53cm (20.86 in)

Dated 1880

Height
73.5cm (28.94")
Width
94cm (37.01")
Depth
104cm (40.94")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Antique Writing Desk to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1106423
Dealers Internal Ref
2094
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An antique Victorian freestanding writing desk featuring intricate marquetry inlay, a green leather top, multiple small drawers, and brass hardware.
Fine Quality Antique Victorian Freestanding Maple & Co. Inlaid Writing Desk
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsMarquetry inlay, Brass gallery rails, Leather skiver, Dovetailed drawers
  • SizeH 73.5 cm (29 in) x W 94 cm (37 in) x D 104 cm (41 in)

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Victorian furniture encompasses designs produced during the reign of Queen Victoria, characterising a period of eclectic revival styles, heavy ornamentation, and superior cabinet-making craftsmanship using rich timbers like mahogany and walnut.

Cabinet makers typically utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and satinwood, frequently accented with fine marquetry, brass handles, leather skivers, and delicate stringing details.

Authenticity is identified through traditional hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, aged patina on the timber, hand-tooled leather writing surfaces, and maker stamps or plaques from reputable firms.

An antique desk serves as a sophisticated focal point in a modern study or living room by pairing it with a minimalist contemporary chair to create a balanced contrast between old and new.

Preserve antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the timber without damaging the finish.
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