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Antique Burr Walnut Carlton House Desk
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Antique Burr Walnut Carlton House Desk

19th century
Sold 21 October 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A superb antique burr walnut Carlton House desk, made in England and dating from around the 1890-1910 period.

This is of outstanding quality with many lovely features. It is a great size, with lots of storage space in the curved upper section and lower drawers. It stands on tapered legs with brass casters, there is an inset leather writing surface which slides out to increase the work space. There is a pierced brass upper gallery and high quality brass handles. Inside the upper section on either end, there are secret hidden doors to additional compartments inside, hard to see in the images. This has a finished back, and looks amazing from all angles.

The burr walnut grain patterns and colour tones are stunning, we have had this re-polished and the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 50 inches , 126 cm

Depth – 26 inches , 66 cm

Height – 41 inches , 103 cm

Desk height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 23.5 inches , 59 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
126cm (49.61")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Burr Walnut Carlton House Desk to the 1890s.

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SA1162519
Dealers Internal Reference
11030
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Description
A superb antique burr walnut Carlton House desk, made in England and dating from around the 1890-1910 period.

This is of outstanding quality with many lovely features. It is a great size, with lots of storage space in the curved upper section and lower drawers.

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It stands on tapered legs with brass casters, there is an inset leather writing surface which slides out to increase the work space.
Marylebone Antiques

There is a pierced brass upper gallery and high quality brass handles. Inside the upper section on either end, there are secret hidden doors to additional compartments inside, hard to see in the images. This has a finished back, and looks amazing from all angles.

fig 1. An antique burr walnut Carlton House desk featuring a fitted curved superstructure, inlaid leather writing surface, multiple small drawers, and tapered legs with brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Burr Walnut Carlton House Desk

The burr walnut grain patterns and colour tones are stunning, we have had this re-polished and the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 50 inches , 126 cm

Depth – 26 inches , 66 cm

Height – 41 inches , 103 cm

Desk height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 23.5 inches , 59 cm

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
126cm (49.61")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Burr Walnut Carlton House Desk to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1162519
Dealers Internal Ref
11030
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 burr walnut Carlton House desk featuring a fitted curved superstructure, inlaid leather writing surface, multiple small drawers, and tapered legs with brass castors.
Antique Burr Walnut Carlton House Desk
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An antique burr walnut Carlton House desk featuring a fitted curved superstructure, inlaid leather writing surface, multiple small drawers, and tapered legs with brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Regency
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFitted superstructure, Leather insert, Tapered legs, Brass ring pulls
  • SizeH 103 cm (41 in) x W 126 cm (50 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

FAQs

A Carlton House desk is a specific type of writing table featuring a curved superstructure fitted with small drawers and compartments, originally designed for the Prince of Wales at Carlton House in the late 18th century.

These desks are typically constructed from a solid secondary timber such as mahogany or pine, veneered with highly figured decorative woods like burr walnut, and frequently feature leather writing surfaces and brass hardware.

Authentication involves examining the hand-cut dovetailing on the drawers, the quality of the veneer work, traditional timber shrinkage, and hand-forged or cast brass fixings consistent with the period of manufacture.

This piece works effectively as a statement writing table in a home study or living room, pairing well with contemporary minimalist seating to create a balanced contrast between old and new design elements.

Preservation requires keeping the wooden surfaces away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying periodic coats of high-grade beeswax, and avoiding synthetic cleaning chemicals on the timber and leather.
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