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Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table
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Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table

19th century
Sold 3 November 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A wonderful antique Georgian mahogany writing table / desk. It was made in England, it dates from around the 1800-1820 period.

It is of superb quality and has a lovely bow fronted design. It stands on beautifully turned legs, the drawers have high quality brass handles. There is a gorgeous inset leather writing surface, the mahogany has a beautiful colour tone and patina.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age, with some normal wear and patina remaining beneath the polish here and there.

Width – 38 inches , 96 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 53 cm

Height – 31 inches , 79 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 61 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Writing Table to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173375
Dealers Internal Reference
11304
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Description
A wonderful antique Georgian mahogany writing table / desk. It was made in England, it dates from around the 1800-1820 period.

It is of superb quality and has a lovely bow fronted design. It stands on beautifully turned legs, the drawers have high quality brass handles.

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There is a gorgeous inset leather writing surface, the mahogany has a beautiful colour tone and patina.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a green leather inset top and three frieze drawers with brass handles, supported by turned legs.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age, with some normal wear and patina remaining beneath the polish here and there.

Width – 38 inches , 96 cm

Depth – 21 inches , 53 cm

Height – 31 inches , 79 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Writing Table to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1173375
Dealers Internal Ref
11304
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 Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a green leather inset top and three frieze drawers with brass handles, supported by turned legs.
Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table
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  • ObjectWriting Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Tooled leather top, Brass drop handles, Frieze drawers
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 96 cm (38 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

The Georgian era spans the reigns of the first four British monarchs named George, from 1714 to 1830, characterised by a transition from heavy, baroque influences to classical symmetry, refined proportions, and the widespread adoption of mahogany.

Cabinet makers predominantly utilised solid mahogany and oak for structural frames and drawer linings, frequently incorporating hand-tooled leather inserts on the writing surfaces alongside cast brass hardware.

Authenticity is determined through inspection of construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetails on drawer boxes, traditional timber shrinkage patterns, natural oxidisation of the wood, and the absence of modern machine tools.

Pairing a period wooden desk with minimalist modern seating or placing it against a boldly painted accent wall creates a balanced contrast that highlights the craftsmanship of the antique piece.

Maintain a stable indoor humidity level, keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and clean surfaces periodically with a soft, dry cloth while avoiding silicone-based polishes.
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