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Antique 19th Century Satin Birch Side or Writing Table C1870
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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Antique 19th Century Satin Birch Side or Writing Table C1870

19th century
Description

A 19th century side table in Satin Birch. Raised on 4 turned legs and with 2 useful drawers with the original turned handles.

We have shown the table with a chair as it could be used as a writing table / desk.

In good solid country house condition. Some light surface scratches to the top and wear to the legs. English c1870

60cm knee height.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Satin Birch Writing Table to the 1870s.

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SA1229638
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1353
Description
A 19th century side table in Satin Birch. Raised on 4 turned legs and with 2 useful drawers with the original turned handles.

We have shown the table with a chair as it could be used as a writing table / desk.

In good solid country house condition. Some light surface scratches to the top and wear to the legs. English c1870

60cm knee height.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Satin Birch Writing Table to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1229638
Dealers Internal Ref
1353
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Desired Effect Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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A nineteenth-century Victorian satin birch side table with two drawers, wooden knobs, and four slender turned legs.
Antique 19th Century Satin Birch side or Writing Table c1870
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A nineteenth-century Victorian satin birch side table with two drawers, wooden knobs, and four slender turned legs.
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Victorian satin birch writing tables originated in nineteenth-century Britain, valued for the soft golden lustre and decorative grain of satin birch timber. These tables feature functional frieze drawers and slender turned legs, designed to serve as compact writing desks or decorative side tables.

Nineteenth-century tables were built using solid native hardwoods like birch or mahogany. Construction involved hand-cut dovetail joints inside the drawers, hand-turned legs, and solid timber turned knobs attached to drawer fronts.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetails on drawer linings, unevenness in turned wood elements from hand lathe turning, original wooden drawer knobs, and natural patination on the timber surface.

Position the table against a narrow wall or inside an alcove as a functional desk, dressing table, or hallway console. Pair it with modern art or contemporary ceramics to balance traditional craftsmanship with modern minimalist aesthetics.

Dust regularly using a dry, lint-free cloth and apply clear beeswax polish occasionally to nourish the timber. Position the table away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber cracking or uneven fading.
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