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Large Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table
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Large Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table

19th century
Sold 30 January 2025 · Philip Hunt Antiques
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Description

Large Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table.

This Oversized Writing Table Features 2 Mahogany Lined Drawers.

The Legs Being of a Carved Form With Carved Patre to the Top Block.

The Whole of the Table Having Wonderful Burr Walnut Timbers.

The Writing Table Features a Green Leather Fitted Writing Surface (replacement) with Hand Applied Gilt and Blind Tooling.

The Table is of a Freestanding Form and Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

height 31 1/2" (80cm)

Width 64" (163cm)

Depth 42" (107cm)

Kneehole height 25 1/2" (65cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
163cm (64.17")
Depth
107cm (42.13")
Reference Numbers
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SA1108447
Dealers Internal Reference
PP101-5
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Description
Large Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table.

This Oversized Writing Table Features 2 Mahogany Lined Drawers.

The Legs Being of a Carved Form With Carved Patre to the Top Block.

The Whole of the Table Having Wonderful Burr Walnut Timbers.

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The Writing Table Features a Green Leather Fitted Writing Surface (replacement) with Hand Applied Gilt and Blind Tooling.
Philip Hunt Antiques

The Table is of a Freestanding Form and Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

height 31 1/2" (80cm)

Width 64" (163cm)

Depth 42" (107cm)

Kneehole height 25 1/2" (65cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table to the 1860s.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
163cm (64.17")
Depth
107cm (42.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1108447
Dealers Internal Ref
PP101-5
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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A rectangular Victorian writing table crafted from burr walnut with turned legs, brass drop handles, and brass castors.
Large Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table
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A rectangular Victorian writing table crafted from burr walnut with turned legs, brass drop handles, and brass castors.
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  • ObjectWriting Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Brass, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Brass drop handles, Carved corner brackets, Castors
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 163 cm (64 in) x D 107 cm (42 in)

Victorian writing tables typically feature robust proportions, intricate carved details, and rich timber veneers such as burr walnut or mahogany, reflecting the eclectic and ornate tastes of the 19th century.

These tables are constructed using solid timber frames with decorative veneer overlays, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, brass hardware, and often inset leather writing surfaces.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut joinery, timber shrinkage patterns, natural oxidisation on brass fittings, and historical tool marks beneath the drawers and top.

Pairing a historic writing table with contemporary minimalist seating or placing it against a neutral wall creates a striking focal point that balances traditional craftsmanship with modern simplicity.

Maintain antique wooden furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber.
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