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

19th century
Description

A superb antique Victorian mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

This is of wonderful quality and is a very useful size, with lovely proportions. It stands on beautifully turned baluster legs, terminating in porcelain casters. 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 – 42 inches , 107 cm

Depth – 26 inches , 66 cm

Height – 29.5 inches , 75 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Desk to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245656
Dealers Internal Reference
13880
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Description
A superb antique Victorian mahogany writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

This is of wonderful quality and is a very useful size, with lovely proportions. It stands on beautifully turned baluster legs, terminating in porcelain casters. There are two drawers with nicely turned handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints.

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There is an inset leather top with gold tooled edges, the leather has a beautiful colour which compliments the mahogany nicely.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather inset top, two drawers with turned knobs, turned legs, and 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 – 42 inches , 107 cm

Depth – 26 inches , 66 cm

Height – 29.5 inches , 75 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Desk to the 1860s.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245656
Dealers Internal Ref
13880
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 green leather inset top, two drawers with turned knobs, turned legs, and brass castors.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table / Desk
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A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather inset top, two drawers with turned knobs, turned legs, and 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
  • MotifsLeather inset top, Turned legs, Dovetail drawers, Brass castors
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

FAQs

Victorian writing tables typically feature solid hardwood frames, frequently in mahogany or walnut, equipped with twin drawers, turned timber legs, and a leather-lined top surface designed for daily correspondence.

These pieces were predominantly crafted from dense West Indian or African mahogany, complemented by tool-embossed leather inserts, turned wooden knobs, and brass or iron castors.

Authentic 19th-century writing tables display hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, historical wear around the castors and keyholes, natural timber patination, and hand-tooled leather inserts.

Pair a dark mahogany table with a clean-lined modern chair, a minimalist desk lamp, and neutral wall tones to create a balanced study space that highlights the rich timber hues.

Nourish the timber regularly with beeswax polish, treat the leather insert with specialist leather balm, and keep the table away from direct heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage.
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