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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table / Desk
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table / Desk

19th century
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An outstanding antique Victorian mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1880-1890 period.

This is of wonderful quality and is a very useful size, with lovely proportions. It stands on beautifully turned baluster legs, terminating in brass casters, there is an ebonised trim around the lower edge of the top and accentuating the legs as well. There are two drawers with nicely turned handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. There is an inset leather top with gold tooled edges, the leather has a beautiful colour which compliments the mahogany nicely.

The back is nicely finished, so this can be used as a free standing item.

We have had this recently re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age, with a gorgeous all round patina.

Width – 36 inches , 92 cm

Depth – 28 inches , 71 cm

Height – 29.5 inches , 75 cm

Knee height – 23.5 inches , 60 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Desk to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235680
Dealers Internal Reference
13517
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Description
An outstanding antique Victorian mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1880-1890 period.

This is of wonderful quality and is a very useful size, with lovely proportions.

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It stands on beautifully turned baluster legs, terminating in brass casters, there is an ebonised trim around the lower edge of the top and accentuating the legs as well.
Marylebone Antiques

There are two drawers with nicely turned handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. There is an inset leather top with gold tooled edges, the leather has a beautiful colour which compliments the mahogany nicely.

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a leather inset top, two frieze drawers with wooden knob handles, and turned legs ending in brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table / Desk

The back is nicely finished, so this can be used as a free standing item.

We have had this recently re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age, with a gorgeous all round patina.

Width – 36 inches , 92 cm

Depth – 28 inches , 71 cm

Height – 29.5 inches , 75 cm

Knee height – 23.5 inches , 60 cm

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Desk to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235680
Dealers Internal Ref
13517
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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A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a leather inset top, two frieze drawers with wooden knob handles, and turned legs ending in brass castors.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table / Desk
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A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a leather inset top, two frieze drawers with wooden knob handles, and turned legs ending in brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Leather inset top, Wooden knob handles, Brass castors
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 71 cm (28 in)

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Originating in 19th-century Britain, Victorian writing tables were designed for personal correspondence and office work, characteristically featuring sturdy timber frames, leather inset tops, turned legs, and practical storage drawers.

These tables were predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, featuring gilded or blind-tooled leather writing surfaces, turned wooden knobs, and brass castors.

Authentic period examples display hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original brass castors with period wear, turned or carved leg profiles, and natural aging or oxidisation on the timber and leather surfaces.

Position the table near a natural light source to serve as a functional home office workstation, paired with a contemporary desk chair to blend historical character with modern functionality.

Dust the mahogany regularly with a microfibre cloth and apply beeswax sparingly to maintain moisture, while treating the leather insert with specialist leather balm to prevent drying and cracking.
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