What characterises Georgian period writing tables?

Georgian writing tables typically feature classical proportions, hand-carved architectural details, rich mahogany timber, and slender turned or tapered legs.

What materials were traditionally used in Georgian desks?

Primary timbers include solid mahogany and mahogany veneers, constructed with hand-cut dovetail drawer joints and solid brass knobs or handles.

How can authentic Georgian furniture be identified?

Authentic Georgian pieces exhibit hand-sawn timber marks, uneven hand-cut dovetail joints inside drawers, cast brass hardware, and original lock mechanisms.

How do you style a Georgian writing table in a modern interior?

Position the piece as a compact workspace, hallway console, or dressing table paired with a modern task lamp and contemporary seating.

How should antique mahogany furniture be maintained?

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a beeswax polish periodically, keeping the timber away from direct heat sources and moisture.

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Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

Name: Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1238318
Price: 825 GBP
Availability: InStock

18th century

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 18th century Georgian writing table in mahogany, an elegant and beautifully proportioned piece with a refined period appearance.

Standing on four beautifully turned legs, the table has a graceful form that showcases the quality of its traditional design.

Two drawers provide useful space for keeping smaller items neatly organised and are finished with decorative brass handles that complement the rich mahogany.

A fitted raised gallery to the top adds further character and creates an attractive finishing detail.

Gorgeous grain and colour are displayed throughout the timber, giving the table wonderful depth and highlighting the natural beauty of the mahogany.

Perfect for a study, home office, bedroom or living space, it provides a practical writing surface while remaining an impressive piece of furniture in its own right.

In good condition, well made and of good quality, this highly desirable Georgian writing table has an enduring elegance that would sit beautifully within a variety of interiors.

Product Reference : AF - 6616

Measurements : 102cm (40") Width x 55cm (21½") Depth x 84cm (33") Height [ 78cm (30½") Desk Height ]

Knee Height - 65.5cm (26")

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions

Height

84cm (33.07")

Width

102cm (40.16")

Depth

55cm (21.65")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Georgian Mahogany Writing Table to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1238318

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-6616

Description

Antique 18th century Georgian writing table in mahogany, an elegant and beautifully proportioned piece with a refined period appearance.

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Standing on four beautifully turned legs, the table has a graceful form that showcases the quality of its traditional design.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a raised gallery edge, two frieze drawers with brass circular handles, and slender turned legs. — fig 1. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

Two drawers provide useful space for keeping smaller items neatly organised and are finished with decorative brass handles that complement the rich mahogany.

A fitted raised gallery to the top adds further character and creates an attractive finishing detail.

fig 2. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a raised gallery edge, two frieze drawers with brass circular handles, and slender turned legs. — fig 2. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

Gorgeous grain and colour are displayed throughout the timber, giving the table wonderful depth and highlighting the natural beauty of the mahogany.

Perfect for a study, home office, bedroom or living space, it provides a practical writing surface while remaining an impressive piece of furniture in its own right.

fig 3. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a raised gallery edge, two frieze drawers with brass circular handles, and slender turned legs. — fig 3. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

In good condition, well made and of good quality, this highly desirable Georgian writing table has an enduring elegance that would sit beautifully within a variety of interiors.

Product Reference : AF - 6616

fig 4. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a raised gallery edge, two frieze drawers with brass circular handles, and slender turned legs. — fig 4. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

Measurements : 102cm (40") Width x 55cm (21½") Depth x 84cm (33") Height [ 78cm (30½") Desk Height ]

Knee Height - 65.5cm (26")

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 5. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a raised gallery edge, two frieze drawers with brass circular handles, and slender turned legs. — fig 5. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a raised gallery edge, two frieze drawers with brass circular handles, and slender turned legs. — fig 6. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 7. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a raised gallery edge, two frieze drawers with brass circular handles, and slender turned legs. — fig 7. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

fig 8. An antique Georgian mahogany writing table featuring a raised gallery edge, two frieze drawers with brass circular handles, and slender turned legs. — fig 8. Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table | Turned Legs

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.