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19th Century Satin Birch Writing Table
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19th Century Satin Birch Writing Table

19th century
Sold 22 March 2025 · Walton House Antiques
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Description

19th century Satin birch and beech wood writing table or desk. An unusual spiral turned leg table with tow large drawers and later handles. By repute this desk was believed to be the property of a well known Cornish Artist.

Dimensions

Height 30" 76cm

Width 48" 122cm

Depth 21.5" 55cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Please find our full stock list on waltonshouseantiques.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Satin Birch Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1128351
Dealers Internal Reference
WH9277
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
19th century Satin birch and beech wood writing table or desk. An unusual spiral turned leg table with tow large drawers and later handles. By repute this desk was believed to be the property of a well known Cornish Artist.
fig 1. A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs.
fig 1. 19th Century Satin Birch Writing Table

Dimensions

Height 30" 76cm

Width 48" 122cm

Depth 21.5" 55cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Please find our full stock list on waltonshouseantiques.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated this Satin Birch Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1128351
Dealers Internal Ref
WH9277
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Walton House Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Satin Birch Writing Table

Archive II A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs. View VIII
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Walton House Antiques

Walton House Antiques
Telephone 01747 860050
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Walton House Antiques
Walton Buildings
The Square
Mere
BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/waltonhouse
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 235
Items Sold 3,151
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
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A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs.
19th century Satin birch writing table
Ref: SA1128351
A nineteenth-century satin birch writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with brass drop handles, and barley-twist turned legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks & Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSatin birch, leather, brass
  • ColourWarm brown
  • MotifsBarley-twist turned legs, Inset leather top, Frieze drawers, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century writing tables often reflect classical proportions, combining functional workspace storage with decorative timber veneers and turned supports typical of the period.

These tables were typically constructed from dense hardwoods and exotic timbers such as satin birch, mahogany, or oak, frequently featuring inset leather writing surfaces and brass hardware.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, traditional hand-turned wooden elements, aged timber patination, and period-appropriate fixings.

An antique writing table serves as a functional focal point when paired with contemporary seating, minimal lighting, and understated accessories to balance historic character with clean modern lines.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber fading, and occasionally applying appropriate wax polish to nourish the wood surface.
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