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Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian
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Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique writing desk. An English, burr walnut correspondence table, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

The essence of mid Victorian elegance with strikingly figured appearance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Superb burr walnut stocks show superior grain interest

Beams with rich caramel hues throughout beneath the wax polish finish

Arranged with a suite of document drawers above and below the writing surface

Low back rest sits above the super structure with three inset drawers dressed with pairs of small pulls

Dashing writing surface accentuated with an ebonised inset border, of ideal size for a laptop

Gently rolled edge sits at a comfortable height of 72.5cm (28.5'')

Wide drawers set within the deep front apron, dressed with brass drop handles over circular backplates

Quality mahogany lined drawer boxes with period retailer's label within the right-hand drawer

Raised upon tapering legs with carved cups to knee and turned collars below

The whole rides smoothly upon a set of brass castors

This is a quality antique writing desk, graced with superb burr walnut stocks and delightful colour. Sure to grace any room and finished throughout for central room placement. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 121.5cm (47.75'')

Max Depth: 54cm (21.25'')

Max Height: 84.5cm (33.25'')

Writing Surface Width: 118cm (46.5'')

Writing Surface Depth: 31.5cm (12.5'')

Writing Surface Height: 72.5cm (28.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.8079

Physical Dimensions
Height
84.5cm (33.27")
Width
121.5cm (47.83")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA864760
Dealers Internal Reference
18.8079
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Description
This is an antique writing desk. An English, burr walnut correspondence table, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.

The essence of mid Victorian elegance with strikingly figured appearance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian
fig 1. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

Superb burr walnut stocks show superior grain interest

Beams with rich caramel hues throughout beneath the wax polish finish

Arranged with a suite of document drawers above and below the writing surface

“
Low back rest sits above the super structure with three inset drawers dressed with pairs of small pulls.
London Fine Antiques
fig 2. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian
fig 2. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

Dashing writing surface accentuated with an ebonised inset border, of ideal size for a laptop

Gently rolled edge sits at a comfortable height of 72.5cm (28.5'')

Wide drawers set within the deep front apron, dressed with brass drop handles over circular backplates

fig 3. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian
fig 3. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

Quality mahogany lined drawer boxes with period retailer's label within the right-hand drawer

Raised upon tapering legs with carved cups to knee and turned collars below

The whole rides smoothly upon a set of brass castors

fig 4. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian
fig 4. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

This is a quality antique writing desk, graced with superb burr walnut stocks and delightful colour. Sure to grace any room and finished throughout for central room placement. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 5. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian
fig 5. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 121.5cm (47.75'')

Max Depth: 54cm (21.25'')

Max Height: 84.5cm (33.25'')

Writing Surface Width: 118cm (46.5'')

Writing Surface Depth: 31.5cm (12.5'')

Writing Surface Height: 72.5cm (28.5'')

fig 6. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian
fig 6. Antique Writing Desk, English, Burr Walnut, Correspondence Table, Victorian

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.8079

Height
84.5cm (33.27")
Width
121.5cm (47.83")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA864760
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8079
London Fine Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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