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Victorian Mahogany Leather Top Writing Table
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Victorian Mahogany Leather Top Writing Table

19th century
Description

Victorian period mahogany writing table raised on slender turned legs.

Having upstand gallery back. Leather top writing surface and twin easy opening front storage drawers.

In sound condition with original polish finish. Circa 1850

Measurements

Height to Gallery Back 31"

Height to Front 29"

Kneehole Height 23"

Width 35"

Depth 18"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA706508
Dealers Internal Reference
251B16/8 WH
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Delivery when shown as Free UK Mainland excludes Scottish Highlands.

Description
Victorian period mahogany writing table raised on slender turned legs.

Having upstand gallery back. Leather top writing surface and twin easy opening front storage drawers.

In sound condition with original polish finish. Circa 1850

Measurements

Height to Gallery Back 31"

Height to Front 29"

Kneehole Height 23"

Width 35"

Depth 18"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA706508
Dealers Internal Ref
251B16/8 WH
Harrison Antique Furniture
Harrison Antique Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

At harrison antique furniture we sell online affordable antique & pre-1940's furniture for every room in the home.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Harrison Antique Furniture Profile Page

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A Victorian mahogany writing table featuring a green leather inset top, two frieze drawers with wooden knobs, a low rear gallery, and turned legs.
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FAQs

Victorian writing tables were produced during the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901) and are characterized by solid hardwood construction, functional frieze drawers, and turned or carved legs. They often feature gilt-tooled leather surfaces designed to facilitate handwriting.

These tables were typically crafted from mahogany, walnut, or oak, with drawers featuring hand-cut dovetail joints. Inset writing surfaces were commonly made from skiver leather, often decorated with blind or gold tooling along the edges.

Look for signs of age such as natural wear to the leather surface, hand-cut dovetails inside the drawers, original brass or wooden knob handles, and castors on the leg bases. Authentic 19th-century drawer linings often use pine or oak secondary timber.

Position the desk against a plain backdrop to highlight its rich wood tones, pairing it with a contemporary task lamp or modern accent chair. Its compact proportions allow it to function as a compact work desk, hallway console, or dressing table.

Keep the wood nourished with high-grade beeswax polish, avoiding silicone spray cleaners. Clean the leather insert using a slightly damp cloth followed by a specialised leather balm to prevent drying and cracking.
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