Sold 6 January 2026 · FB Antiques

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Description

An Edwardian mahogany writing table in the Georgian revival taste, having a rectangular top above a pair of opposing drawers fitted with turned wooden knobs. Raised on finely turned tapering legs united by excellent proportions and balance.

Well suited for use as a writing table, side table, or hall table. Good colour and patina throughout.

Dimensions Width 122cm Depth 56.5 cm Height 72

Physical Dimensions

Height

72cm (28.35")

Width

122cm (48.03")

Depth

56.5cm (22.24")

Declaration

FB Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Writing Table to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1186180

Dealers Internal Reference

EL12/760

Description

Well suited for use as a writing table, side table, or hall table. Good colour and patina throughout.

Dimensions Width 122cm Depth 56.5 cm Height 72

Physical Dimensions

Height

72cm (28.35")

Width

122cm (48.03")

Depth

56.5cm (22.24")

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Edwardian Mahogany Writing Table to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1186180

Dealers Internal Ref

EL12/760

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FB Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2014

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An Edwardian mahogany writing table featuring a green leather inset top, four turned legs with castors, and two frieze drawers with brass handles.

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Location

Rawlings Farm Buildings
Unit 7 Main Road
Rettendon Common
Chelmsford
Essex
CM3 8DY
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/fbantiques

Verified Since Jul 2014

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
Period1900 - 1920
StyleEdwardian
MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTurned legs, Brass castors, Frieze drawers, Tooled leather top
SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 56.5 cm (22 in)

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Edwardian furniture, produced during the reign of King Edward VII from 1901 to 1910, often lighter in form than heavy Victorian pieces, drew inspiration from 18th-century Sheraton and Chippendale designs, favouring clean lines and polished mahogany.

These tables were typically constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, frequently featuring inset leather writing surfaces with gold-tooled borders, and brass hardware such as castors and drawer pulls.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction techniques, including hand-cut dovetails on the drawer joints, appropriate timber shrinkage, and natural wear patterns on the brass fixtures and wooden surfaces.

Pairing a dark wood antique desk with contemporary minimalist seating creates a striking contrast that anchors a home office or living room with functional historical character.

Dust the mahogany surfaces regularly with a soft, dry cloth and nourish the leather periodically with a specialised leather cream, avoiding excessive moisture and direct sunlight to prevent cracking and fading.