Good quality 19th century mahogany writing table. The top with three quarter brass gallery and tooled leather writing surface over two drawers fitted with turned wooden knobs. Raised on tapered reeded legs capped with brass castors.

Circa. 1830

Physical Dimensions

Height

79cm (31.10")

Width

91cm (35.83")

Depth

61cm (24.02")

Declaration

Thakeham Furniture has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1235784

Dealers Internal Reference

7961

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Description

Good quality 19th century mahogany writing table.

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The top with three quarter brass gallery and tooled leather writing surface over two drawers fitted with turned wooden knobs.

Thakeham Furniture

Raised on tapered reeded legs capped with brass castors.

Circa. 1830

Physical Dimensions

Height

79cm (31.10")

Width

91cm (35.83")

Depth

61cm (24.02")

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Writing Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1235784

Dealers Internal Ref

7961

About the Dealer

Thakeham Furniture

Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2013

Specialists in fine georgian furniture

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A 19th-century mahogany writing table is a freestanding desk typically constructed from dense mahogany timber, featuring a flat writing surface, frieze drawers for stationery storage, and decorative leg details such as turned, reeded, or tapered shapes.

These writing tables were primarily built using solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over oak or pine drawer linings. Hardware often consisted of cast brass handles, keyhole escutcheons, brass castors, and occasionally pierced brass gallery rails along the top rim.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, original iron or brass locks, natural timber shrinkage indicators, and historical wear consistent with age, particularly on the leg terminals and interior drawer bases.

Position the table as a functional desk in a home office or integrate it as a slim console table in an entryway or living space. Pair the dark timber with contemporary lighting, light walls, or modern upholstery to balance the traditional visual weight.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry lint-free cloth, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the patina. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent moisture loss and wood movement.

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