Antique Walnut Kidney Desk 19th Century

Name: Walnut Desk
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1232066
Price: 1875 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsKidney-shaped top, Leather skiver, Turned legs, Stretcher base
SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 104 cm (41 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

This Victorian walnut writing desk presents a distinctive kidney-shaped top inset with a green leather skiver, complemented by brass rosettes and maple-lined frieze drawers with small turned wooden knobs. Supported on intricately turned and carved cabriole legs connected by a central stretcher base, the piece combines warm brown timber tones with functional writing space. Measuring 74 cm high, 104 cm wide, and 51 cm deep, this writing table suits placement in a gentleman's library, home study, or as an accent piece in a living space. The traditional design and compact footprint allow for versatile use throughout the home for writing and administrative tasks.

FAQs

Designed with an ergonomic concave front, kidney-shaped writing tables gained popularity in the nineteenth century as elegant furniture for writing and personal correspondence.

These desks typically feature solid or veneered walnut timber, combined with hand-tooled leather writing surfaces, turned wooden knobs, and brass castors.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, natural timber oxidisation, original brass hardware or castors, and patinated leather surfaces with blind or gilt tooling.

Position the desk centrally or near a window to highlight its curved silhouette, pairing it with a tailored modern chair and understated brass lighting.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft cloth, apply beeswax periodically along the wood grain, and clean the leather top using a specialised leather conditioner to prevent drying.

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