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Light Walnut Leather Top Writing Table
Millers Antiques
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Light Walnut Leather Top Writing Table

19th century
For Sale by Millers Antiques
Description

A particularly good quality burr walnut writing table, a single concealed drawer, turned legs, standing on original castors. The table is beautifully made in fine quality light walnut with burr walnut top and sides, green leather inset top (one small mark see photo), concealed free running mahogany lined drawer, a seating clearance height 61cm. A versatile table made around 1860, lovely colour all ready to use and enjoy.

Currently free UK mainland delivery available.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Millers Antiques has dated this Walnut Leather Writing Table to the 1860s.

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SA1211083
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Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays

Description
A particularly good quality burr walnut writing table, a single concealed drawer, turned legs, standing on original castors. The table is beautifully made in fine quality light walnut with burr walnut top and sides, green leather inset top (one small mark see photo), concealed free running mahogany lined drawer, a seating clearance height 61cm. A versatile table made around 1860, lovely colour all ready to use and enjoy.

Currently free UK mainland delivery available.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Walnut Leather Writing Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1211083
Millers Antiques
Millers Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

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Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
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A light walnut writing table featuring a green leather inset top with gilt tooling, a single frieze drawer, and turned fluted legs on brass castors.
Light Walnut Leather Top Writing Table
Ref: SA1211083
A light walnut writing table featuring a green leather inset top with gilt tooling, a single frieze drawer, and turned fluted legs on brass castors.
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During the Victorian era, writing tables became central fixtures in private libraries and morning rooms. Walnut was favoured for its rich grain patterns and durability, often fitted with gilt-tooled leather insets to facilitate comfortable pen-and-ink writing.

Nineteenth-century writing desks were constructed from solid hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, frequently incorporating hand-cut dovetail drawer joints. Tops were lined with skiver or hide leather, accented with blind or gold leaf tooling, and supported by turned or carved legs on castors.

Authentic nineteenth-century walnut desks show signs of hand-craftsmanship, such as irregular dovetail joints inside drawers and original brass castors. The timber will show natural oxidisation and patination, while original leather insets may exhibit craquelure and light surface wear.

A traditional writing desk functions well as a focal point in a contemporary home office or modern living room alcove. Pairing the timber structure with modern task lighting and clean-lined seating creates a balanced contrast between historical craft and contemporary aesthetic.

To preserve the walnut frame, apply a natural beeswax polish twice a year along the wood grain and keep the item away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Clean the leather inset gently with a damp microfibre cloth and apply a specialist leather balm periodically to prevent drying or cracking.
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