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Oak Writing Table
David Robinson Antiques
for sale €995     $1,080
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Oak Writing Table

19th century
Description

a fine late Victorian light oak, two drawer, writing table. It has turned and reeded baluster legs with the original brass casters. The writing surface has the original rexine covering. It has the maker's mark of "Selbat" which primarily refers to a registered trademark for high-quality antique tables from the late Victorian and Edwardian periods (circa 1900).

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Depth
89cm (35.04")
Declaration

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Writing Table to the 1890s.

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SA1192043
Description
A fine late Victorian light oak, two drawer, writing table. It has turned and reeded baluster legs with the original brass casters. The writing surface has the original rexine covering.
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It has the maker's mark of "Selbat" which primarily refers to a registered trademark for high-quality antique tables from the late Victorian and Edwardian periods (circa 1900).
David Robinson Antiques
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
121cm (47.64")
Depth
89cm (35.04")
Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Writing Table to the 1890s.

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SA1192043
David Robinson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2023
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An antique oak writing table featuring a brown leather inset writing surface, two drawers with brass handles, and turned fluted legs on brass castors.
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David Robinson Antiques
Telephone 07860 307887
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Stand 26
The Admiral Vernon Arcade
Portobello Road
London
United Kingdom

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An antique oak writing table featuring a brown leather inset writing surface, two drawers with brass handles, and turned fluted legs on brass castors.
Oak Writing Table
Ref: SA1192043
An antique oak writing table featuring a brown leather inset writing surface, two drawers with brass handles, and turned fluted legs on brass castors.
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Victorian oak writing tables typically features sturdy solid oak construction, turned or fluted legs, brass hardware, and a leather inset writing surface known as a skiver. Designed for domestic studies and library spaces, they balance utility with substantial, classical proportioning.

These tables were primarily built using solid oak or mahogany, often lined with gilded or blind-tooled leather writing surfaces. Secondary woods such as pine or ash were frequently used for drawer linings, complemented by cast brass handles and brass wheel castors.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on drawer construction, original brass castors, and natural wear patterns along the kneehole and edges. Examining the underside reveals hand-sawn timber marks and dark, unvarnished aged wood consistent with historical manufacturing techniques.

An antique oak writing table serves effectively as a dedicated work desk or console table in a modern study or living room. Pairing warm timber tones with contemporary lighting and modern seating creates a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and current design.

The oak wood should be maintained with periodic applications of natural beeswax, wiping along the direction of the grain. The leather skiver requires gentle cleaning with a slightly damp cloth and specialist leather balm to prevent drying, cracking, or surface peeling over time.
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