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Victorian Walnut Desk.
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Victorian Walnut Desk.

19th century
Sold 26 August 2024 · Cavers Antiques
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Description

This is a wonderful Victorian Inlaid walnut Ladies writing table which can seat 2 people with their own working area and inkwell, each side has a drawer for papers, etc.

The top has 2 oval-shaped pieces of leather with gold-tooled edging.

The leathers are new replacements as the originals were torn and worn away.

The 2 inkwells with hinged tops are original.

The freeze has fine intricate carving and downward finials, the turned and carved legs, and stretcher stand on cabriole shaped feet with their original white pot casters

The quality is a testament to Victorian craftsmen who made this writing table some 150 or so years ago. The condition is very good.

Please email any questions you may have.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
78cm (30.71")
Declaration

Cavers Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Writing Desk to the 1870s.

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SA787889
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Ladies writing table
Description
This is a wonderful Victorian Inlaid walnut Ladies writing table which can seat 2 people with their own working area and inkwell, each side has a drawer for papers, etc.

The top has 2 oval-shaped pieces of leather with gold-tooled edging.

fig 1. An antique Victorian walnut writing desk featuring a carved pedestal base, leather-tooled inserts, and extended side drawers.
fig 1. Victorian Walnut Desk.

The leathers are new replacements as the originals were torn and worn away.

The 2 inkwells with hinged tops are original.

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The freeze has fine intricate carving and downward finials, the turned and carved legs, and stretcher stand on cabriole shaped feet with their original white pot casters.
Cavers Antiques

The quality is a testament to Victorian craftsmen who made this writing table some 150 or so years ago. The condition is very good.

Please email any questions you may have.

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
102cm (40.16")
Depth
78cm (30.71")
Date of Manufacture

Cavers Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Writing Desk to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA787889
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Ladies writing table
Cavers Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2020
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Scottish Borders
United Kingdom

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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/caversantiques
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Items Sold 375
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An antique Victorian walnut writing desk featuring a carved pedestal base, leather-tooled inserts, and extended side drawers.
Victorian walnut desk.
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An antique Victorian walnut writing desk featuring a carved pedestal base, leather-tooled inserts, and extended side drawers.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved scrollwork, Turned pedestal, Leather inset, Extended drawers
  • SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 102 cm (40 in) x D 78 cm (31 in)

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Victorian writing desks emerged during the 19th century, evolving to meet the demands of a literate society with ornate craftsmanship reflecting Gothic, Elizabethan, and Rococo revivals.

These pieces typically utilized dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, and oak, featuring hand-carved details, dovetail joints, and hand-tooled leather inserts.

Authenticity is identified by hand-cut dovetailing in drawers, traditional wood shrinkage, genuine patination, and period-appropriate hardware like brass castors and locks.

Pairing a historic wooden desk with contemporary minimalist seating or placing it within a neutral room creates a striking focal point that highlights its craftsmanship.

Maintain wood using natural beeswax and protect leather insets with neutral balms, keeping the item away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels.
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