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Antique Figured Walnut Leather Top Desk
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Antique Figured Walnut Leather Top Desk

1900 - 1920
Sold 29 September 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A superb antique figured walnut leather top desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1900-1910 period.

The quality is outstanding, this is beautifully constructed and has a gorgeous black leather top. The corners are canted and reeded, this stands on cabriole legs with shell carving at the knees terminating in lovely claw and ball feet. The figured walnut grain patterns are lovely, the drawers and top edges have double herringbone borders. There are good quality brass handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints on the drawers.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age, with a wonderful all round patina.

Width – 39 inches , 99 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 51 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 60 cm

Knee width – 15 inches , 38 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Figured Walnut Writing Desk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1118691
Dealers Internal Reference
9782
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Description
A superb antique figured walnut leather top desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1900-1910 period.

The quality is outstanding, this is beautifully constructed and has a gorgeous black leather top.

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The corners are canted and reeded, this stands on cabriole legs with shell carving at the knees terminating in lovely claw and ball feet.
Marylebone Antiques

The figured walnut grain patterns are lovely, the drawers and top edges have double herringbone borders. There are good quality brass handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints on the drawers.

fig 1. An antique figured walnut writing desk featuring a black leather inset top, multiple drawers with brass pulls, and carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet.
fig 1. Antique Figured Walnut Leather Top Desk

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age, with a wonderful all round patina.

Width – 39 inches , 99 cm

Depth – 20 inches , 51 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 60 cm

Knee width – 15 inches , 38 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Figured Walnut Writing Desk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1118691
Dealers Internal Ref
9782
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique figured walnut writing desk featuring a black leather inset top, multiple drawers with brass pulls, and carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet.
Antique Figured Walnut Leather Top Desk
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An antique figured walnut writing desk featuring a black leather inset top, multiple drawers with brass pulls, and carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Ball and claw feet, Brass drop handles, Figured wood grain
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 99 cm (39 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

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Figured walnut gained immense popularity during the late 17th and 18th centuries, prized for its rich grain patterns and warm tones before mahogany became the dominant wood.

These pieces typically feature solid timber frames with decorative veneer surfaces, dovetailed drawer construction, and brass hardware, often topped with hand-tooled leather.

Authenticity is assessed by examining hand-cut dovetails, traditional joinery methods, natural timber shrinkage, oxidisation of the hardware, and the presence of period-appropriate secondary woods.

Pairing a traditional wooden desk with modern minimalist seating or placing it against a neutral wall creates a balanced, sophisticated focal point in a contemporary study or living area.

Maintain antique furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, occasionally treating the timber with traditional beeswax, and cleaning leather inserts with a dry or barely damp cloth.
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