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Antique Edwardian Satinwood Metamorphic Side / Writing Table
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Antique Edwardian Satinwood Metamorphic Side / Writing Table

1900 - 1920
Sold 18 May 2025 · Founders Antiques
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An impressive Edwardian satinwood metamorphic side table / writing desk. The beautifully marquetry inlaid top opens to a large original green baize writing surface with compartmentalised storage to the rear.

The front section of the desk folds open, supported by the single long frieze drawer, all raised on tapering legs united by a stretcher frame and sitting on original brass and ceramic castors.

Very good condition, structurally all in good order with just some light age related wear.

English, circa 1910.

Closed - H: 74.5 W: 69 D: 46 cm

Open - H: 92.5 W: 69 D: 63 cm

Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Edwardian Satinwood Writing Table to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74.5cm (29.33")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1116503
Dealers Internal Reference
3354
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An impressive Edwardian satinwood metamorphic side table / writing desk.
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The beautifully marquetry inlaid top opens to a large original green baize writing surface with compartmentalised storage to the rear.
Founders Antiques
fig 1. An Edwardian satinwood metamorphic writing table featuring a green leather insert and a hinged upright compartment, standing on slender tapered legs with castors.
fig 1. Antique Edwardian Satinwood Metamorphic Side / Writing Table

The front section of the desk folds open, supported by the single long frieze drawer, all raised on tapering legs united by a stretcher frame and sitting on original brass and ceramic castors.

Very good condition, structurally all in good order with just some light age related wear.

English, circa 1910.

Closed - H: 74.5 W: 69 D: 46 cm

Open - H: 92.5 W: 69 D: 63 cm

Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Edwardian Satinwood Writing Table to the Edwardian era.

Height
74.5cm (29.33")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1116503
Dealers Internal Ref
3354
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Antique Edwardian Satinwood Metamorphic Side / Writing Table

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An Edwardian satinwood metamorphic writing table featuring a green leather insert and a hinged upright compartment, standing on slender tapered legs with castors.
Antique Edwardian Satinwood Metamorphic Side / Writing Table
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An Edwardian satinwood metamorphic writing table featuring a green leather insert and a hinged upright compartment, standing on slender tapered legs with castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSatinwood, Brass, Leather
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsTapered legs, Hinged compartment, Brass castors, Tooled leather panel
  • SizeH 74.5 cm (29 in) x W 69 cm (27 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

The Edwardian period spans from 1901 to 1910 and is characterised by a lighter, more eclectic design aesthetic compared to the heavier Victorian era, often incorporating neoclassical motifs and satinwood veneers.

These tables were typically built using a hardwood carcass, frequently overlaid with exotic veneers such as satinwood, mahogany, or rosewood, and often featured tooled leather writing inserts and brass hardware.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-accurate construction techniques, such as hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, patinated brass mechanisms, and timber shrinkage consistent with age.

An antique writing table serves as a functional focal point when paired with a contemporary minimalist chair, creating a balanced contrast between old-world craftsmanship and modern design.

Satinwood furniture should be kept out of direct sunlight to prevent fading, dusted regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, and treated periodically with appropriate natural wax to nourish the timber.
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