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A Regency Style Rosewood Writing Table
For sale by John Carroll Antiques ltd.
for sale €19,305     $20,955
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A Regency Style Rosewood Writing Table

19th century
Description

A Regency Style Rosewood Six Drawer Writing Table

A Regency style rosewood and brass mounted six drawer writing table,

the rectangular tooled leather top with a cross-banded border and brass trimmed edge,

above three frieze drawers on each side with brass handles and anthemion mounts on each corner,

resting on solid layer ends with acanthus brass knees and lions paw castors.

Stamped T, Clear, cabinetmakers Wolverhampton.

English, Circa 1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
158cm (62.20")
Depth
102cm (40.16")
Declaration

John Carroll Antiques ltd. has dated this Regency Rosewood Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA1213547
Description
A Regency Style Rosewood Six Drawer Writing Table

A Regency style rosewood and brass mounted six drawer writing table,

the rectangular tooled leather top with a cross-banded border and brass trimmed edge,

fig 1. A Regency style rosewood writing table featuring a dark leather inset top with gilt Greek key tooling, brass star mounts along the frieze, and trestle legs on brass paw castors.
fig 1. A Regency Style Rosewood Writing Table

above three frieze drawers on each side with brass handles and anthemion mounts on each corner,

resting on solid layer ends with acanthus brass knees and lions paw castors.

Stamped T, Clear, cabinetmakers Wolverhampton.

English, Circa 1880

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
158cm (62.20")
Depth
102cm (40.16")
Date of Manufacture

John Carroll Antiques ltd. has dated this Regency Rosewood Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA1213547
John Carroll Antiques ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2025
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Archive I A Regency style rosewood writing table featuring a dark leather inset top with gilt Greek key tooling, brass star mounts along the frieze, and trestle legs on brass paw castors.

A Regency Style Rosewood Writing Table

Archive II A Regency style rosewood writing table featuring a dark leather inset top with gilt Greek key tooling, brass star mounts along the frieze, and trestle legs on brass paw castors. View II
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John Carroll Antiques ltd.
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A Regency style rosewood writing table featuring a dark leather inset top with gilt Greek key tooling, brass star mounts along the frieze, and trestle legs on brass paw castors.
A REGENCY STYLE ROSEWOOD WRITING TABLE
Ref: SA1213547
A Regency style rosewood writing table featuring a dark leather inset top with gilt Greek key tooling, brass star mounts along the frieze, and trestle legs on brass paw castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency Style
  • MaterialRosewood, Brass, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGilt-tooled leather top, Brass star mounts, Lyre end supports, Brass paw castors
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 158 cm (62 in) x D 102 cm (40 in)

This 19th century Regency style writing table is constructed from rosewood and brass, finished with a dark brown tone and a black leather inset top. The rectangular surface has a gilt-tooled Greek key border and a brass-trimmed edge, above three frieze drawers on each side fitted with brass star mounts and flower decorations, complemented by anthemion mounts on the corners. The lyre end supports feature carved acanthus brass knees, terminating in brass lion's paw castors with wheels. The piece measures 75 cm high, 158 cm wide, and 102 cm deep. Placed in a study, library, or home office, it provides a functional workspace for writing or administrative tasks while serving as a central decorative furniture element.

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Regency style writing tables typically feature classical proportions, fine wood veneers such as rosewood or mahogany, brass mounts, and leather writing inserts. Design elements often draw inspiration from ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian motifs, including trestle bases, lyre supports, and paw feet.

Craftsmen during the Regency era frequently utilised exotic timber veneers like rosewood, zebrawood, and fine mahogany. These were often combined with gilt-bronze or brass mounts, inlaid lines, and leather writing surfaces finished with gold leaf tooling.

Authentic pieces display period-appropriate construction methods, including hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass hardware with natural oxidisation, and timber cut using historical sawing techniques. The underside and drawer linings typically show unpolished wood reflecting historic wear.

A Regency writing desk functions well as a focal piece in a dedicated home office, library, or drawing room. It pairs effectively with modern accent lighting, neutral paint schemes, and streamlined seating to balance classical detailing with contemporary functionality.

Clean timber surfaces using a dry microfiber cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally to nourish the wood. Protect the leather inset from direct sunlight to prevent drying, and use dedicated leather conditioners to keep the surface supple.
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