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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table

19th century
Sold 12 November 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A smart and very well made antique Victorian mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

This is of wonderful quality and is a very useful size. It stands on beautifully turned and fluted baluster legs, terminating in brass casters. There are two drawers with nicely turned handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. There is an inset leather top with gold tooled edges, the leather has a beautiful colour which compliments the mahogany nicely.

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

Width – 45 inches , 114 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 54 cm

Height – 29 inches , 74 cm

Knee height – 23.5 inches , 60 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1159480
Dealers Internal Reference
10933
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Description
A smart and very well made antique Victorian mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

This is of wonderful quality and is a very useful size. It stands on beautifully turned and fluted baluster legs, terminating in brass casters. There are two drawers with nicely turned handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints.

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There is an inset leather top with gold tooled edges, the leather has a beautiful colour which compliments the mahogany nicely.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. An antique Victorian mahogany writing table with a green leather inset top, two drawers with wooden knobs, fluted legs, and brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table

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

Width – 45 inches , 114 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 54 cm

Height – 29 inches , 74 cm

Knee height – 23.5 inches , 60 cm

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159480
Dealers Internal Ref
10933
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 Victorian mahogany writing table with a green leather inset top, two drawers with wooden knobs, fluted legs, and brass castors.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table
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An antique Victorian mahogany writing table with a green leather inset top, two drawers with wooden knobs, fluted legs, and brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsInlaid leather writing surface, Fluted turned legs, Brass castors, Wooden drawer pulls
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 114 cm (45 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

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Victorian writing tables typically feature solid timber construction, inset leather writing surfaces, and turned or fluted legs, reflecting the utilitarian yet ornate design ethos of the 19th century.

These pieces were predominantly constructed using dense hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, frequently paired with hand-tooled leather inserts and brass hardware or castors.

Authenticity is assessed through traditional joinery techniques such as hand-cut dovetails in the drawers, the presence of aged timber patination, and period-appropriate hardware like brass castors.

It can serve as a functional workstation in a study or as a contrasting focal point against neutral walls in a contemporary living space, blending historic character with modern utility.

Maintain the wood by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the grain, while avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity.
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