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An Early 20thc Mahogany Ladies Writing Table with Leather Slide
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
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An Early 20thc Mahogany Ladies Writing Table with Leather Slide

1900 - 1920
Description

A charming Early 20thc Mahogany Medium Ladies Writing Table featuring a central gilt-tooled leather writing slide above a central drawer, flanked by two banks of small drawers. Knee height: 58 cm and Depth with slide extended: 65 cm

The desk retains useful interior compartments including a circular inkwell holder, reflecting its original use for correspondence and writing.

Raised on elegant tapering legs and fitted with decorative brass drop handles, this is a practical and attractive desk of compact proportions — ideal today as a writing desk, laptop desk, or dressing table.

The warm mahogany colour and classic Victorian design make it a versatile piece suitable for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Condition: Good antique condition with minor marks consistent with age and use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Mahogany Ladies Writing Table to the 1920s.

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SA1201256
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We are primarily a web based business showing high quality antiques and decorative items in two warehouses in Lambourn Woodlands, Berkshire and Tetbury , Gloucestershire . Within easy reach of M4 Junctions and with a mainline station nearby and good private car parking facilities at all venues. We display the widest variety of antiques at all price levels, including paintings, furniture, fireside pieces and other decorative interior items. Not all our items are at any particular place so please call or email (enquiries@marlboroughantiques.com) or from our Contact page to avoid disappointment. Please view our Terms and conditions if needed at http://www.marlboroughantiques.com/terms.php.

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A charming Early 20thc Mahogany Medium Ladies Writing Table featuring a central gilt-tooled leather writing slide above a central drawer, flanked by two banks of small drawers. Knee height: 58 cm and Depth with slide extended: 65 cm
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The desk retains useful interior compartments including a circular inkwell holder, reflecting its original use for correspondence and writing.
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
fig 1. An early 20th-century mahogany ladies writing table featuring a central red leather writing surface, six side drawers with brass ring handles, and tapered square legs.
fig 1. An Early 20thc Mahogany Ladies Writing Table with Leather Slide

Raised on elegant tapering legs and fitted with decorative brass drop handles, this is a practical and attractive desk of compact proportions — ideal today as a writing desk, laptop desk, or dressing table.

fig 2. An early 20th-century mahogany ladies writing table featuring a central red leather writing surface, six side drawers with brass ring handles, and tapered square legs.
fig 2. An Early 20thc Mahogany Ladies Writing Table with Leather Slide

The warm mahogany colour and classic Victorian design make it a versatile piece suitable for both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Condition: Good antique condition with minor marks consistent with age and use.

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated this Mahogany Ladies Writing Table to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1201256
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
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We display a variety of antiques at all price levels, including furniture, paintings and other decorative items

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An early 20th-century mahogany ladies writing table featuring a central red leather writing surface, six side drawers with brass ring handles, and tapered square legs.
An Early 20thc Mahogany Ladies Writing Table with Leather Slide
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A ladies writing table from the early 20th century typically features compact dimensions designed for personal correspondence. These pieces commonly incorporate a central leather writing surface, small flanking side drawers, and clean tapered legs characteristic of the late Victorian and Edwardian revivals.

Desks from this period were primarily crafted from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary softwoods like pine or oak. Writing surfaces were lined with embossed or gilt-tooled leather, accompanied by solid brass drawer handles and escutcheons.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut or early machine dovetail drawer joints, natural timber grain variations, and original patinated brass hardware. Look for natural wear along the drawer runners and subtle age cracking or fading on the leather writing inset.

These compact desks function effectively as laptop workstations in modern home offices, hallway console tables, or bedroom vanity desks. Pairing dark mahogany with contemporary seating or minimalist decor creates a balanced contrast between traditional and modern aesthetics.

Apply a natural beeswax polish along the grain of the mahogany twice a year to preserve the wood finish. Clean the leather surface using a damp, soft cloth and treat it occasionally with a specialized leather conditioner to prevent drying or cracking.
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