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Description

A good quality light oak writing desk, two drawers with wooden handles. A neat gallery to the top, standing on square tapered legs, with castors. In good strong condition, ink stains inside the drawers, a good colour, all strong and ready for use. Dated 1880

Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this 19th Century Oak Writing Desk to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

86.5cm (34.06")

Width

121.5cm (47.83")

Depth

60cm (23.62")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1128517

Dealers Notes

Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays Winter hours may vary please call 01668282308 in advance.

Description

A good quality light oak writing desk, two drawers with wooden handles. A neat gallery to the top, standing on square tapered legs, with castors.

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In good strong condition, ink stains inside the drawers, a good colour, all strong and ready for use.

Millers Antiques

Dated 1880

Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this 19th Century Oak Writing Desk to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

86.5cm (34.06")

Width

121.5cm (47.83")

Depth

60cm (23.62")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1128517

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1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom

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ObjectDesks
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialOak
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsPanelled gallery back, Turned wooden drawer knobs, Keyhole escutcheons, Tapering legs
SizeH 86.5 cm (34 in) x W 121.5 cm (48 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth-century writing desks evolved to meet the demands of growing literacy and administration during the industrial era, shifting from elaborate master furniture to more functional forms for studies and parlours.

These items were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring traditional joinery like dovetails for drawers and hand-turned wooden knobs.

Authenticity is determined by examining construction techniques, tool marks, timber shrinkage, and appropriate oxidation matching the period, alongside period-correct fixings like brass locks and hand-cut screws.

Pairing a historic wooden desk with contemporary minimalist seating creates a striking juxtaposition that highlights the craftsmanship of the antique while maintaining a functional workspace.

Maintain timber furniture by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sunlight, applying natural beeswax periodically, and avoiding silicone-based polishes that can degrade the finish.