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A Small Writing Table with Drop Side Flaps
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A Small Writing Table with Drop Side Flaps

19th century
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A good small writing table with side flaps to give more writing working surface a useful piece of furniture all in good original condition ready to place in your home UK mainland delivery £65. Thank you for looking

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Antiquus has dated this Drop Leaf Writing Desk to the 1890s.

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Description
A good small writing table with side flaps to give more writing working surface a useful piece of furniture all in good original condition ready to place in your home UK mainland delivery £65. Thank you for looking
Date of Manufacture

Antiquus has dated this Drop Leaf Writing Desk to the 1890s.

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A mahogany drop-leaf writing desk with a green inset writing surface, three drawer handles, and extended side flaps.
A small writing table with drop side flaps
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A mahogany drop-leaf writing desk with a green inset writing surface, three drawer handles, and extended side flaps.
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A drop-leaf writing table features hinged side flaps that raise to expand the working area or lower to conserve floor space, typically incorporating storage drawers and a dedicated writing top.

Historical writing desks were commonly crafted from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring brass hardware handles and inset writing surfaces made of leather or felt.

Authentic pieces display historical construction marks such as hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, natural timber patination, hand-fitted brass ironmongery, and age-appropriate wear around support hinges.

Position the desk within a living room alcove or home office, paired with minimalist contemporary seating and subtle brass lighting to create a refined workspace.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a soft cloth and apply clear beeswax along the wood grain, taking care to protect the inset writing top from direct liquid exposure.
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