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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table C.1880
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table C.1880

19th century
Sold 11 October 2025 · Founders Antiques
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Description

A refined late Victorian writing table in solid mahogany, featuring a clean, well figured rectangular top over two frieze drawers with attractive original pressed brass drop handles, all raised on ring turned legs terminating in brass and ceramic castors.

A generous and practical writing table, offering plenty of surface area while retaining a light visual presence. The drawers are notably well made and run smoothly, with the decorative brass handles giving a touch of formality and period charm.

Presented in very good antique condition with a warm, even patina and only minor surface wear consistent with age. Structurally solid, clean, and ready to place in the home.

English, circa 1880.

H: 76 W: 121 D: 57.5 cm

Height to underside of table 61 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Depth
57.5cm (22.64")
Declaration

Founders Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1168747
Dealers Internal Reference
3473
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Description
A refined late Victorian writing table in solid mahogany, featuring a clean, well figured rectangular top over two frieze drawers with attractive original pressed brass drop handles, all raised on ring turned legs terminating in brass and ceramic castors.
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A generous and practical writing table, offering plenty of surface area while retaining a light visual presence.
Founders Antiques

The drawers are notably well made and run smoothly, with the decorative brass handles giving a touch of formality and period charm.

fig 1. A rectangular Victorian mahogany writing table with two drawers, turned legs, and brass castors against a neutral background.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table C.1880

Presented in very good antique condition with a warm, even patina and only minor surface wear consistent with age. Structurally solid, clean, and ready to place in the home.

English, circa 1880.

H: 76 W: 121 D: 57.5 cm

Height to underside of table 61 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Depth
57.5cm (22.64")
Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1168747
Dealers Internal Ref
3473
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A rectangular Victorian mahogany writing table with two drawers, turned legs, and brass castors against a neutral background.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table c.1880
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A rectangular Victorian mahogany writing table with two drawers, turned legs, and brass castors against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWriting Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Brass drop handles, Brass castors, Twin drawers
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 121 cm (48 in) x D 57.5 cm (23 in)

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Victorian writing tables typically feature solid timber construction, turned legs, and brass hardware, reflecting the industrial manufacturing capabilities and aesthetic preferences of the mid to late nineteenth century.

Cabinetmakers during this period predominantly used dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and oak for structural integrity and fine finish, often incorporating secondary woods like pine for drawer linings.

Authentic pieces exhibit period joinery techniques such as hand-cut dovetails on drawer boxes, natural timber shrinkage, patination consistent with age, and traditional brass castors.

Pairing a dark wood antique desk with modern minimalist seating creates a striking contrast that anchors a room and highlights the rich grain of the timber.

Maintain antique wooden surfaces by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying natural beeswax periodically, avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent warping.
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