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Serpentine Fronted Burr Walnut Writing Desk
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Serpentine Fronted Burr Walnut Writing Desk

1900 - 1920
Sold 12 November 2025 · Camden Antiques
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A very good Queen Anne style burr walnut serpentine fronted writing table, or desk. Well constructed in solid walnut with attractive burr walnut veneers. The top fitted with its original tan coloured leather writing surface. With a series of 5 drawers, all fitted with their original solid brass handles. The central drawer is lockable, key supplied. Standing on elegant cabriole legs which terminate in pad feet. Finished to the rear so it could be free-standing within a room if desired. Offered for sale in good original condition, cleaned and waxed in our workshops.

Dimensions:

Width 122cms

Depth 61cms

Height 76cms

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Camden Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Desk to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177743
Dealers Internal Reference
18322
Description
A very good Queen Anne style burr walnut serpentine fronted writing table, or desk. Well constructed in solid walnut with attractive burr walnut veneers. The top fitted with its original tan coloured leather writing surface. With a series of 5 drawers, all fitted with their original solid brass handles. The central drawer is lockable, key supplied. Standing on elegant cabriole legs which terminate in pad feet. Finished to the rear so it could be free-standing within a room if desired. Offered for sale in good original condition, cleaned and waxed in our workshops.

Dimensions:

Width 122cms

Depth 61cms

Height 76cms

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Desk to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177743
Dealers Internal Ref
18322
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Telephone 07887 503 904
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Units 20 & 19
The Vinery
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom
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A serpentine-fronted burr walnut writing desk featuring multiple drawers and cabriole legs with brass drop handles.
Serpentine Fronted Burr Walnut Writing Desk
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, Cabriole legs, Matched veneer grain, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

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Burr walnut veneer gained immense popularity during the late 17th century and the Victorian era due to its distinctive, highly figured grain patterns derived from tree growths, making it a status symbol in fine cabinetry.

These pieces typically feature solid oak or pine secondary woods with fine walnut veneers applied to the exterior surfaces, complemented by hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers and cast brass hardware.

Authenticity is identified by inspecting the construction for hand-cut dovetails, older secondary woods, natural ageing of the shellac polish, and the irregularity of the veneer grain pattern.

Pair the rich wood tones with minimalist seating, modern lighting, and neutral surroundings to create a sophisticated focal point that balances traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the finish.
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