What characterises Victorian inlaid rosewood writing tables?

Victorian writing tables of this period typically feature rich rosewood veneers, intricate decorative marquetry or stringing inlays, and integrated frieze drawers. They frequently incorporate leather-lined writing surfaces and sit on turned or tapered legs fitted with brass castors.

What materials were used in traditional Victorian writing desks?

Primary timbers included rosewood, mahogany, walnut, and satinwood for decorative inlay work. Hardware was generally cast from brass, and writing surfaces were lined with gilded or blind-tooled leather.

How can you identify an authentic Victorian writing table?

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, original brass castors, genuine timber patina, and accurate period construction techniques under drawer linings and back panels.

How do you style a Victorian writing table in a modern interior?

Position the piece in a study, home library, or living room alcove to serve as a compact workstation or decorative console, pairing it with clean-lined contemporary lighting or art.

How should an antique rosewood writing desk be maintained?

Keep the desk away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent veneer cracking. Dust regularly with a soft cloth and apply beeswax sparingly to preserve the timber finish.

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Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

Name: Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1140189
Price: 1275 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Hingstons of Wilton

Description

Victorian inlaid rosewood writing table

This Victorian inlaid rosewood writing table was made circa 1880.

The desk stands on tapering legs that go down to spade feet with castors under.

The top has a break centre to allow the sitter to get a bit closer to the work surface.

Under the top are 3 drawers, a wide central drawer above the kneehole and a box drawer each side. The end drawers are boxwood strung and the central drawer has an inlaid marquetry panel to the centre.

The leather inset writing surface is the original.

This desk is a very elegant piece of late 19thcentury furniture.

97cms wide 38ins

56cms deep 22ins

74cms high 29ins

Measurements are as accurate as possible

Delivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. Victorian inlaid rosewood writing table is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This Victorian inlaid rosewood writing table carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is received.

Physical Dimensions

Height

74cm (29.13")

Width

97cm (38.19")

Depth

56cm (22.05")

Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Victorian Rosewood Writing Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1140189

Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description

Victorian inlaid rosewood writing table

This Victorian inlaid rosewood writing table was made circa 1880.

The desk stands on tapering legs that go down to spade feet with castors under.

The top has a break centre to allow the sitter to get a bit closer to the work surface.

Under the top are 3 drawers, a wide central drawer above the kneehole and a box drawer each side.

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The end drawers are boxwood strung and the central drawer has an inlaid marquetry panel to the centre.

Hingstons of Wilton

fig 1. A Victorian rosewood writing table with a dark leather top, marquetry drawer fronts, and brass handles on slender tapered legs. — fig 1. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

The leather inset writing surface is the original.

This desk is a very elegant piece of late 19thcentury furniture.

97cms wide 38ins

56cms deep 22ins

74cms high 29ins

Measurements are as accurate as possible

fig 2. A Victorian rosewood writing table with a dark leather top, marquetry drawer fronts, and brass handles on slender tapered legs. — fig 2. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

Delivery

UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

fig 3. A Victorian rosewood writing table with a dark leather top, marquetry drawer fronts, and brass handles on slender tapered legs. — fig 3. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. Victorian inlaid rosewood writing table is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

fig 4. A Victorian rosewood writing table with a dark leather top, marquetry drawer fronts, and brass handles on slender tapered legs. — fig 4. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Guarantee

This Victorian inlaid rosewood writing table carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

fig 5. A Victorian rosewood writing table with a dark leather top, marquetry drawer fronts, and brass handles on slender tapered legs. — fig 5. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

fig 6. A Victorian rosewood writing table with a dark leather top, marquetry drawer fronts, and brass handles on slender tapered legs. — fig 6. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

fig 7. A Victorian rosewood writing table with a dark leather top, marquetry drawer fronts, and brass handles on slender tapered legs. — fig 7. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

Hingstons Distance selling policy.

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

fig 8. A Victorian rosewood writing table with a dark leather top, marquetry drawer fronts, and brass handles on slender tapered legs. — fig 8. Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Writing Table

Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Items remain on sale until payment is received.