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Antique George III Period Mahogany Writing Table
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for sale €21,060     $22,860
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Antique George III Period Mahogany Writing Table

18th century
Description

A fine and large late 18th century George III period figured mahogany six drawer writing table, retaining original swan neck handles, having moulded edge with a brown leather top, supported on square tapering legs ending in original brass barrel castors.

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
107cm (42.13")
Declaration

Patrick Sandberg Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Writing Table to the 18th Century.

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SA1240725
Dealers Internal Reference
6842
Description
A fine and large late 18th century George III period figured mahogany six drawer writing table, retaining original swan neck handles, having moulded edge with a brown leather top, supported on square tapering legs ending in original brass barrel castors.
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
107cm (42.13")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Sandberg Antiques has dated this George III Mahogany Writing Table to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240725
Dealers Internal Ref
6842
Patrick Sandberg Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016
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Patrick Sandberg Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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An antique George III mahogany writing table featuring an inset leather top, three frieze drawers with brass handles, and slender square tapered legs on castors.
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Archive I An antique George III mahogany writing table featuring an inset leather top, three frieze drawers with brass handles, and slender square tapered legs on castors.

Antique George III Period Mahogany Writing Table

Archive II An antique George III mahogany writing table featuring an inset leather top, three frieze drawers with brass handles, and slender square tapered legs on castors. View II
Archive III An antique George III mahogany writing table featuring an inset leather top, three frieze drawers with brass handles, and slender square tapered legs on castors. View III
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Telephone 0207 229 0373 or 07710 044 704
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An antique George III mahogany writing table featuring an inset leather top, three frieze drawers with brass handles, and slender square tapered legs on castors.
Antique George III period mahogany writing table
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An antique George III mahogany writing table featuring an inset leather top, three frieze drawers with brass handles, and slender square tapered legs on castors.
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  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSquare tapered legs, Frieze drawers, Inset leather surface, Brass swan-neck handles
  • SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 183 cm (72 in) x D 107 cm (42 in)

This George III period writing table dates from the eighteenth century in a Georgian style. The desk stands upon slender square tapered legs terminating in brass barrel castors, fitted with three frieze drawers across the front and secured with brass swan-neck drop handles. Constructed from figured mahogany, the piece exhibits a rich warm brown timber tone, a moulded top edge, and an inset brown leather writing surface. The visible hardware shows period design details including backplates behind the handles and castors on the foot terminals. Measuring 81 cm high by 183 cm wide and 107 cm deep, the table provides substantial workspace surface area suitable for a gentleman's library or private study. In a modern home, this functional antique serves as a grand writing desk, a central library table, or a spacious executive workspace in a home office.

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Originating in 18th-century Britain during the reign of King George III, these tables typically feature symmetrical proportions, rich mahogany timber, frieze drawers, and square tapered legs, reflecting neo-classical design influences.

High-grade mahogany was predominantly utilised for its dense grain and stability, paired with oak or pine secondary drawer linings, cast brass handles, and leather inset writing surfaces.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, hand-planed timber surfaces, original cast brass hardware, and natural oxidisation along the underside and drawer linings.

Position the table centrally in a home office or library, pairing it with contemporary task lighting and a modern upholstered chair to create a balanced contrast between antique and current design elements.

Keep the timber hydrated using a quality beeswax polish, maintain consistent ambient humidity to prevent timber movement, and wipe the leather surface with a soft, dry lint-free cloth.
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