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Fine Regency Rosewood Library/ Writing Table
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Fine Regency Rosewood Library/ Writing Table

19th century
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Fine Regency Rosewood Library or Writing Table

A fine English Regency rosewood library or writing table, dating to the early 19th century.

The table has a well-figured rectangular rosewood top with a moulded edge, positioned above a practical arrangement of drawers. It is supported by elegant turned and carved end supports, united by a central stretcher and raised on boldly shaped feet with brass castors.

The rich rosewood displays attractive grain, warm colour and a pleasing patina developed through generations of use. Its restrained proportions and architectural form are characteristic of the finest Regency-period furniture.

Designed to be both practical and decorative, the table would work beautifully as a library table, writing desk or freestanding centre table. Its finished appearance makes it particularly suitable for placement in the centre of a room, study, drawing room or traditional interior.

The table remains solid and usable, with expected marks, small blemishes and signs of age throughout. There are some marks to the top and an age-related expansion split, consistent with the natural movement of timber over approximately two centuries. These details have been retained as part of the table’s history and do not detract from its considerable decorative appeal.

A handsome and increasingly difficult-to-find Regency rosewood table with excellent presence, useful proportions and an authentic period character.

Period: Regency, early 19th century

Origin: England

Material: Rosewood

Condition: Good antique condition, with age-related marks, wear and an expansion split to the top.

Measurments

Height 76 cm

Seat height 61 cm

Lenght 102

Width

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Declaration

Antiques Decorative (Sussex) has dated this Regency Rosewood Writing Table to the 1800s.

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SA1114498
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Description
Fine Regency Rosewood Library or Writing Table

A fine English Regency rosewood library or writing table, dating to the early 19th century.

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The table has a well-figured rectangular rosewood top with a moulded edge, positioned above a practical arrangement of drawers.
Antiques Decorative (Sussex)

It is supported by elegant turned and carved end supports, united by a central stretcher and raised on boldly shaped feet with brass castors.

fig 1. An antique Regency rosewood writing table featuring a rectangular top with rounded corners, a hinged stationery compartment, beaded lower rim, turned spindle uprights, and curved legs on brass feet.
fig 1. Fine Regency Rosewood Library/ Writing Table

The rich rosewood displays attractive grain, warm colour and a pleasing patina developed through generations of use. Its restrained proportions and architectural form are characteristic of the finest Regency-period furniture.

fig 2. An antique Regency rosewood writing table featuring a rectangular top with rounded corners, a hinged stationery compartment, beaded lower rim, turned spindle uprights, and curved legs on brass feet.
fig 2. Fine Regency Rosewood Library/ Writing Table

Designed to be both practical and decorative, the table would work beautifully as a library table, writing desk or freestanding centre table. Its finished appearance makes it particularly suitable for placement in the centre of a room, study, drawing room or traditional interior.

fig 3. An antique Regency rosewood writing table featuring a rectangular top with rounded corners, a hinged stationery compartment, beaded lower rim, turned spindle uprights, and curved legs on brass feet.
fig 3. Fine Regency Rosewood Library/ Writing Table

The table remains solid and usable, with expected marks, small blemishes and signs of age throughout. There are some marks to the top and an age-related expansion split, consistent with the natural movement of timber over approximately two centuries. These details have been retained as part of the table’s history and do not detract from its considerable decorative appeal.

fig 4. An antique Regency rosewood writing table featuring a rectangular top with rounded corners, a hinged stationery compartment, beaded lower rim, turned spindle uprights, and curved legs on brass feet.
fig 4. Fine Regency Rosewood Library/ Writing Table

A handsome and increasingly difficult-to-find Regency rosewood table with excellent presence, useful proportions and an authentic period character.

Period: Regency, early 19th century

Origin: England

Material: Rosewood

Condition: Good antique condition, with age-related marks, wear and an expansion split to the top.

Measurments

Height 76 cm

Seat height 61 cm

Lenght 102

Width

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative (Sussex) has dated this Regency Rosewood Writing Table to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1114498
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An antique Regency rosewood writing table featuring a rectangular top with rounded corners, a hinged stationery compartment, beaded lower rim, turned spindle uprights, and curved legs on brass feet.
Fine Regency Rosewood Library/ Writing table
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  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialRosewood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned spindles, Curved trestle legs, Beaded trim, Stationery compartment
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 102 cm (40 in) x D 65 cm (26 in)

This Regency library and writing table originates from early 19th century England and is formed from rosewood with brass accents. The dark brown timber displays a rich grain, warm colour and visible patina across the rectangular top, which has rounded corners and a moulded edge alongside an open hinged stationery compartment fitted with dividers. The lower rim carries a beaded trim, while the base employs turned spindle uprights, a central stretcher and curved trestle legs terminating in brass feet. Marks, small blemishes and an age-related expansion split are present on the wood surface, showing the natural wear of the piece over time. The table stands 76 cm high, 102 cm wide and 65 cm deep. Designed for functional use and decorative placement, this piece serves effectively as a freestanding centre table, writing desk or library table within a study, drawing room or traditional interior. Its finished appearance allows for prominent positioning in the middle of a room, providing a dedicated workspace with built-in desktop storage. The substantial rosewood construction maintains a solid and usable condition suitable for daily writing or display tasks in a home today.

Originating from the early 19th century in Britain, Regency writing tables are characterised by clean classical proportions, dark exotic timbers like rosewood or mahogany, and fine brass accents.

Craftsmen typically used solid mahogany frames clad in rich rosewood veneers, embellished with brass castors, mounts, or beaded borders, alongside leather or wooden writing surfaces.

Authentic period pieces show evidence of hand-sawn timber underneath, genuine rosewood grain patterns, traditional dove-tail joinery in drawers, and period-appropriate brass hardware.

A Regency writing table works effectively as a focal piece in a dedicated home office, positioned against a light backdrop to contrast the dark timber, or placed behind a sofa in a formal living room.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and radiators to avoid cracking or fading. Dust regularly with a clean, dry microfibre cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year.
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