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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table
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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table

19th century
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A superb antique Victorian burr walnut writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1840-1850 period.

The quality is outstanding, this is as fine a writing table of the period as you could find. This has lovely and quite petite proportions with a slight bowed shape to the side edges, the burr walnut grain patterns are gorgeous throughout. There is beautiful carving under the corners, this stands on finely detailed turned legs, there is a gorgeous inset tooled green leather writing surface. The back of the desk is nicely finished so this can be used as a free standing item.

The condition is excellent for its age, we have just had this re-polished. There is just some extremely minor wear remaining beneath the polish here and there.

At first this writing table looks quite low, however the kneehole height is higher than an average desk.

Width – 42 inches , 107 cm

Depth – 21.5 inches , 55 cm

Height – 27 inches , 68 cm

Knee height – 25 inches , 64 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215768
Dealers Internal Reference
12709
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Description
A superb antique Victorian burr walnut writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1840-1850 period.

The quality is outstanding, this is as fine a writing table of the period as you could find.

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This has lovely and quite petite proportions with a slight bowed shape to the side edges, the burr walnut grain patterns are gorgeous throughout.
Marylebone Antiques

There is beautiful carving under the corners, this stands on finely detailed turned legs, there is a gorgeous inset tooled green leather writing surface. The back of the desk is nicely finished so this can be used as a free standing item.

fig 1. An antique Victorian burr walnut writing table featuring an inset brown leather top, two frieze drawers, and turned wooden legs.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table

The condition is excellent for its age, we have just had this re-polished. There is just some extremely minor wear remaining beneath the polish here and there.

At first this writing table looks quite low, however the kneehole height is higher than an average desk.

Width – 42 inches , 107 cm

Depth – 21.5 inches , 55 cm

Height – 27 inches , 68 cm

Knee height – 25 inches , 64 cm

Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1215768
Dealers Internal Ref
12709
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique Victorian burr walnut writing table featuring an inset brown leather top, two frieze drawers, and turned wooden legs.
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Table
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Leather, Wood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Leather insert, Frieze drawers, Burr veneer
  • SizeH 68 cm (27 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This Victorian writing table dates from 1850 in the English style. Built from burr walnut timber with a warm brown hue and striking grain patterns, the piece incorporates an inset green leather writing surface framed by a tooled border. The rectangular top features slightly bowed side edges and rests above two frieze drawers fitted with small round wooden knobs and central keyholes. Detailed turned wooden legs support the structure, accented by delicate corner carvings underneath the top. Measuring 68 cm high, 107 cm wide, and 55 cm deep with a 64 cm knee height, the desk possesses petite proportions. Positioned freely within a gentleman's library or study, the table provides a practical writing workspace while finished neatly on all sides for standalone placement. The polished wooden surface displays subtle variations in the grain, highlighting the age and character of the antique materials.

FAQs

Victorian burr walnut writing tables emerged during the 19th century, characterised by figure patterns formed from root burl wood, gold-tooled leather writing surfaces, and carved turned legs.

These tables feature timber frames veneered with figured burr walnut, fitted with inset leather writing surfaces, hand-dovetailed drawer boxes, and turned wooden knobs.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints inside frieze drawers, natural wear to the leather insert, original brass lock escutcheons, and period-correct turned leg profiles.

Position the writing table near a natural light source or against a textured focal wall, pairing it with a streamlined contemporary chair to create a balanced work space.

Dust regularly using a soft microfibre cloth, apply a natural beeswax polish along the wood grain twice yearly, and keep the item away from direct heat to prevent veneer movement.
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