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19th Century Satinwood Ladies Writing Table
Martlesham Antiques
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£4,950

Martlesham Antiques

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19th Century Satinwood Ladies Writing Table

19th century
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19th Century satinwood ladies writing table in the Sheraton style, having a shaped leather writing surface decorated with blind tooling, decorative stepped sides which has secret pull out compartments either side to reveal a pen tray on one side and the other having various compartments, the shaped back having a panel that lifts up to reveal a fire screen, the front of the table there is a shaped mahogany lined drawer with a workable lock, supported on square tapering legs united with a shaped shelf. Superb quality and in excellent condition. Circa 1890.

31” x 19 1/2” x 35” high

79cms x 49cms x 89cms high

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Satinwood Ladies Writing Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1217299
Dealers Internal Reference
3014
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
19th Century satinwood ladies writing table in the Sheraton style, having a shaped leather writing surface decorated with blind tooling, decorative stepped sides which has secret pull out compartments either side to reveal a pen tray on one side and the other having various compartments, the shaped back having a panel that lifts up to reveal a fire screen, the front of the table there is a shaped mahogany lined drawer with a workable lock, supported on square tapering legs united with a shaped shelf. Superb quality and in excellent condition. Circa 1890.

31” x 19 1/2” x 35” high

79cms x 49cms x 89cms high

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Satinwood Ladies Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217299
Dealers Internal Ref
3014
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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Trade Associations

Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier.

19th Century Satinwood Ladies Writing Table

Archive II A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View II
Archive III A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier. View XIII
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A 19th-century satinwood ladies writing table featuring a stepped side gallery, single frieze drawer, tapered square legs on brass castors, and a lower undertier.
19th Century satinwood ladies writing table
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A 19th-century ladies writing table is a compact writing desk designed specifically for light correspondence, journal entry, and personal organization. Characterized by scaled-down proportions, these tables frequently incorporate raised side galleries, small drawers, and refined veneers such as satinwood or rosewood.

These tables were constructed using solid timber framesoften pine or oakfaced with cut satinwood veneers and decorative string inlay. Construction features traditional dovetail drawer joints, brass castors on tapered legs, and hand-fitted brass hardware.

Authentic period pieces show signs of hand-planed timber surfaces, irregular drawer dovetailing, and natural patination across the wood grain. Original lock mechanisms, natural shrinkage along veneer seams, and period-correct brass castors also indicate age and authenticity.

Place the table against a wall in a study, hallway, or bedroom to serve as a compact workstation, dressing table, or decorative accent surface. Pair the piece with neutral contemporary seating and simple lighting to allow the wood grain and structural silhouette to remain the primary focal point.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity variations to prevent veneer lifting or cracking. Clean surfaces gently with a soft dry cloth and apply natural beeswax sparingly along the wood grain to maintain the timber finish.
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