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Victorian Mahogany 2 Drawer Writing Table

Name: Victorian Mahogany 2 Drawer Writing Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1118039
Price: 895 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 29 June 2026 · Philip Hunt Antiques

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Description

Victorian Mahogany 2 Drawer Writing Table.

This Writing Table is Raised upon Ring Turned Legs with Original Brass and Porcelain Castors.

The Writing Table Features 2 Mahogany Lined Drawers.

The Top of the Writing Table Having a Fitted Leather Writing Surface (replacement) with Hand Applied Gilt and Blind Tooling.

The Writing Table is Free Standing and is Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 29 1/2" (75cm)

Width 48" (122cm)

Depth 30" (76cm)

Kneehole 24 1/2" (62cm)

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions

Height

75cm (29.53")

Width

122cm (48.03")

Depth

76cm (29.92")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1118039

Dealers Internal Reference

PP102-15

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Description

Victorian Mahogany 2 Drawer Writing Table.

This Writing Table is Raised upon Ring Turned Legs with Original Brass and Porcelain Castors.

The Writing Table Features 2 Mahogany Lined Drawers.

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The Top of the Writing Table Having a Fitted Leather Writing Surface (replacement) with Hand Applied Gilt and Blind Tooling.

Philip Hunt Antiques

The Writing Table is Free Standing and is Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 29 1/2" (75cm)

Width 48" (122cm)

Depth 30" (76cm)

Kneehole 24 1/2" (62cm)

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions

Height

75cm (29.53")

Width

122cm (48.03")

Depth

76cm (29.92")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1118039

Dealers Internal Ref

PP102-15

About the Dealer

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 Victorian mahogany writing table with two drawers, turned legs, brass castors, and a leather inset top.

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Victorian writing tables typically feature solid timber construction, notably mahogany or walnut, incorporating practical drawers and often a leather or faux-leather writing surface. The era spans the 19th century, transitioning from late Regency classical influences towards heavier, more ornate or robustly turned structural forms.

These tables were primarily built using dense tropical hardwoods such as Honduran or Cuban mahogany, often supported by secondary woods like pine or oak for drawer linings. Traditional joinery techniques, including hand-cut dovetails for drawers and secured turned legs with brass castors, were standard practice.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting construction markers such as hand-cut dovetail joints, hand-turned components, original brass hardware, and the presence of age-appropriate oxidisation and wear within the timber grain. Machine-cut screws, modern glues, and synthetic finishes typically indicate later reproductions.

Integrating an antique timber desk into a contemporary room creates a grounded focal point by contrasting rich wood tones against neutral walls and minimalist seating. It functions effectively as a standalone workspace or console in a study, living room, or bedroom.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, applying microcrystalline wax periodically rather than modern silicone polishes. Leather inserts should be cleaned gently with a slightly damp cloth and treated with specialised leather cream to preserve suppleness.

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