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Victorian Walnut Dome Top Desk Tidy
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Victorian Walnut Dome Top Desk Tidy

19th century
Sold 21 April 2025 · Harrington Antiques
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Description

A late 19th century walnut and brass dome top desk tidy.

The hinged lid with empty brass cartouche opens to reveal a blue silk lined interior with three long compartments for correspondence. The front divider is loose but does stay in situ when put in position.

There is some light wear commensurate with age but overall the whole remains in a good attractive condition.

Dimensions:-

Length: 22.75cm

Height: 15.5cm

Depth: 8.5cm

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Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Desk Tidy to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
22.8cm (8.98")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1128326
Dealers Internal Reference
7818a
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Description
A late 19th century walnut and brass dome top desk tidy.
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The hinged lid with empty brass cartouche opens to reveal a blue silk lined interior with three long compartments for correspondence.
Harrington Antiques

The front divider is loose but does stay in situ when put in position.

fig 1. An open Victorian walnut desk tidy featuring a domed lid lined with blue velvet and stepped interior compartments covered in black leather.
fig 1. Victorian Walnut Dome Top Desk Tidy

There is some light wear commensurate with age but overall the whole remains in a good attractive condition.

Dimensions:-

Length: 22.75cm

Height: 15.5cm

Depth: 8.5cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Desk Tidy to the Victorian era.

Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
22.8cm (8.98")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1128326
Dealers Internal Ref
7818a
Harrington Antiques
Harrington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2021

Antiques & decorative interior pieces.

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Archive I An open Victorian walnut desk tidy featuring a domed lid lined with blue velvet and stepped interior compartments covered in black leather. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Archive II An open Victorian walnut desk tidy featuring a domed lid lined with blue velvet and stepped interior compartments covered in black leather. View II
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Archive X An open Victorian walnut desk tidy featuring a domed lid lined with blue velvet and stepped interior compartments covered in black leather. View X
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An open Victorian walnut desk tidy featuring a domed lid lined with blue velvet and stepped interior compartments covered in black leather.
Victorian Walnut Dome Top Desk Tidy
Ref: SA1128326
An open Victorian walnut desk tidy featuring a domed lid lined with blue velvet and stepped interior compartments covered in black leather.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Leather, Velvet
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsDome top lid, Stepped letter dividers, Brass escutcheon, Leather-trimmed compartments
  • SizeH 15.5 cm (6 in) x W 22.8 cm (9 in) x D 8.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

A desk tidy is a specialised desktop container used during the 19th century to organise correspondence, envelopes, and writing implements. These pieces became increasingly popular in Victorian offices and studies as literacy and postal correspondence expanded.

These boxes were typically constructed from solid hardwoods or fine veneers such as walnut, mahogany, or coromandel. They often featured dovetailed joints, brass hardware including escutcheons and hinges, and interior linings of velvet, silk, or leather.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period construction markers such as hand-cut dovetails, genuine brass fittings with patination, and timber shrinkage consistent with age. Maker marks, operational brass locks, and traditional animal glue or hand-applied finishes further aid verification.

An antique desk tidy provides functional organisation when placed upon a study desk or console table, contrasting effectively with modern minimalist decor. Its rich timber tones and tactile brass details introduce historical character and warmth to traditional or transitional workspaces.

Preservation requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent cracking and warping. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth and occasional application of microcrystalline wax helps protect the polished wooden surface.
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