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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

19th century
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique 19th century Victorian writing table in mahogany, a handsome and well-proportioned piece of good quality, showcasing fine craftsmanship and elegant, understated lines.

The front has a pair of frieze drawers, each fitted with two turned wooden mushroom knobs, set beneath a rectangular top with a moulded edge, offering a useful writing surface with handy storage below.

The table stands on four finely ring-turned tapering legs and works equally well as a desk, side table or hall table, with comfortable room to sit at it beneath the frieze.

The mahogany displays an attractive grain and a warm, rich colour with a lovely mellow patina built up over many years.

Presented in good condition commensurate with age. A very desirable Victorian mahogany writing table of compact proportions, a perfect addition to any study, bedroom, hallway or living room.

Product Reference : AF - 6904

Measurements : 91cm (36") Width x 47cm (18½") Depth x 76cm (30") Height [ 63cm (25") Knee Height ]

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.

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Check ID 09717576
Dealer's Item DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-190 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE VICTORIAN ERA:
Ring-turned tapering legs: typical of mid-to-late 19th-century design.
Turned wooden mushroom knobs: standard 19th-century drawer fittings.
Solid mahogany top with a moulded edge: good quality cabinet work.
Scuffs and marks to the backboard: many years of handling and use.
Warm, mellow patina to the timber: built up over decades of polishing.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1245368
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6904
Description
Antique 19th century Victorian writing table in mahogany, a handsome and well-proportioned piece of good quality, showcasing fine craftsmanship and elegant, understated lines.
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The front has a pair of frieze drawers, each fitted with two turned wooden mushroom knobs, set beneath a rectangular top with a moulded edge, offering a useful writing surface with handy storage below.
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fig 1. An antique Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers with wooden turned knobs, and four turned legs.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

The table stands on four finely ring-turned tapering legs and works equally well as a desk, side table or hall table, with comfortable room to sit at it beneath the frieze.

The mahogany displays an attractive grain and a warm, rich colour with a lovely mellow patina built up over many years.

fig 2. An antique Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers with wooden turned knobs, and four turned legs.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

Presented in good condition commensurate with age. A very desirable Victorian mahogany writing table of compact proportions, a perfect addition to any study, bedroom, hallway or living room.

Product Reference : AF - 6904

fig 3. An antique Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers with wooden turned knobs, and four turned legs.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

Measurements : 91cm (36") Width x 47cm (18½") Depth x 76cm (30") Height [ 63cm (25") Knee Height ]

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 4. An antique Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers with wooden turned knobs, and four turned legs.
fig 4. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

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 5. An antique Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers with wooden turned knobs, and four turned legs.
fig 5. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

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 6. An antique Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers with wooden turned knobs, and four turned legs.
fig 6. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

• 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 7. An antique Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers with wooden turned knobs, and four turned legs.
fig 7. Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

• 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.

Date of Manufacture

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

Independent Date Report ID 09717576
Dealer's Item DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques datingVictorian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-190 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Victorian era:
Ring-turned tapering legs: typical of mid-to-late 19th-century design.
Turned wooden mushroom knobs: standard 19th-century drawer fittings.
Solid mahogany top with a moulded edge: good quality cabinet work.
Scuffs and marks to the backboard: many years of handling and use.
Warm, mellow patina to the timber: built up over decades of polishing.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245368
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6904
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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An antique Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a rectangular top, two frieze drawers with wooden turned knobs, and four turned legs.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Frieze drawers, Wooden knob handles, Moulded top edge
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 91 cm (36 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

This Victorian mahogany writing table is a practical piece designed for a study, bedroom, hallway or living room. The warm brown timber displays a rich grain and a mellow patina across its rectangular top with a moulded edge, paired with a front fitted with a pair of frieze drawers equipped with turned wooden mushroom knobs. The structure rests on four finely ring-turned tapering legs that provide comfortable knee clearance beneath the frieze. Measuring 91 cm wide, 47 cm deep and 76 cm high, this compact item works well as a desk, side table or hall table in a home office or living space today.

Victorian writing tables from the 19th century typically feature solid hardwood construction, frieze drawers for stationery storage, and hand-turned legs. They were designed for domestic studies, libraries, or writing rooms, combining functional utility with formal proportions.

Primary woods included Cuban or Honduras mahogany, walnut, and oak, valued for their durability and rich grain patterns. Secondary timbers such as pine or deal were commonly used for drawer linings and internal framework.

Authentic period pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, original turned wooden knobs or brass handles, and subtle irregularities indicative of hand-planed wood. Original patination and light wear around the footrests and drawer handles also signal genuine age.

A Victorian writing table functions well as a compact home office desk, a bedroom vanity, or an entry console table. Pair it with a contemporary task chair or a modern table lamp to create a balanced mix of historical texture and modern function.

Dust regularly with a soft dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the wood moisture and lustre. Position the table away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage and fading.
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