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Description

18th Century freestanding two drawer mahogany writing table with oak drawer linings, the matt finished tooled leather recently fitted, lovely brass work.

The rear of one drawer with signed label 'Sir Tho Gage'

General Thomas Gage (10 March 1718/19 - 2 April 1787) was a British Army general officer and colonial official best known for his many years of service in North America, including his role as British commander-in-chief in the early days of the American Revolution.

English Circa 1780

W:43" 3/4 x D:27"1/2 x H: 30"1/4

23"3/4 to underside

Date of Manufacture

Blank Canvas Antiques has dated this 18th Century Writing Table to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

76.45cm (30.10")

Width

111.1cm (43.74")

Depth

69.85cm (27.50")

Reference Numbers

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SA1015135

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Description

18th Century freestanding two drawer mahogany writing table with oak drawer linings, the matt finished tooled leather recently fitted, lovely brass work.

The rear of one drawer with signed label 'Sir Tho Gage'

fig 1. An 18th-century mahogany writing table featuring two drawers with brass drop handles and tapered legs on castors. — fig 1. 18th Century Writing Table

General Thomas Gage (10 March 1718/19 - 2 April 1787) was a British Army general officer and colonial official best known for his many years of service in North America, including his role as British commander-in-chief in the early days of the American Revolution.

English Circa 1780

W:43" 3/4 x D:27"1/2 x H: 30"1/4

23"3/4 to underside

Date of Manufacture

Blank Canvas Antiques has dated this 18th Century Writing Table to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

76.45cm (30.10")

Width

111.1cm (43.74")

Depth

69.85cm (27.50")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1015135

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ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTapered legs, Brass drop handles, Key escutcheons, Brass castors
SizeH 76.45 cm (30 in) x W 111.1 cm (44 in) x D 69.85 cm (27 in)

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An 18th century writing table is a piece of antique furniture designed primarily for correspondence and paperwork, typically featuring a rectangular top, inset writing surface, and one or more frieze drawers.

These tables were predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, frequently accented with brass hardware, leather or gilt-tooled inserts, and hand-cut dovetail joints.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetailing in the drawer boxes, hand-forged or cast brass fixings, timber shrinkage patterns, and natural wear consistent with age.

An antique writing table can be integrated into contemporary spaces by pairing it with minimalist seating to create a striking contrast, or by using it as a functional workspace or a console table in a living area.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber bleaching, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax.