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Antique French Mahogany Writing Desk
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Antique French Mahogany Writing Desk

1920 - 1940
Sold 20 August 2024 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

A beautifully designed and extremely well made antique French mahogany writing desk. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s.

The quality is outstanding, this has beautiful ormolu mounts, intricate and high quality brass handles and a brass stretchered base. It sits on sabre shaped legs, and has dummy drawers on the back, so can be used as a free standing item. The inset leather top is hand coloured and gold tooled around the edges, the mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and patina.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is superb for its age.

Width – 38 inches , 96 cm

Depth – 22 inches , 56 cm

Height – 29 inches , 73 cm

Knee height – 22.5 inches , 57 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique French Writing Desk to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1033510
Dealers Internal Reference
8874
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Description
A beautifully designed and extremely well made antique French mahogany writing desk. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s.
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The quality is outstanding, this has beautiful ormolu mounts, intricate and high quality brass handles and a brass stretchered base.
Marylebone Antiques

It sits on sabre shaped legs, and has dummy drawers on the back, so can be used as a free standing item. The inset leather top is hand coloured and gold tooled around the edges, the mahogany has a gorgeous colour tone and patina.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is superb for its age.

Width – 38 inches , 96 cm

Depth – 22 inches , 56 cm

Height – 29 inches , 73 cm

Knee height – 22.5 inches , 57 cm

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique French Writing Desk to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1033510
Dealers Internal Ref
8874
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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Marylebone Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An antique French mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather top, two drawers with brass pulls, and curved legs with stretcher support. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique French Mahogany Writing Desk

Archive II An antique French mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather top, two drawers with brass pulls, and curved legs with stretcher support. View II
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Marylebone Antiques
Telephone 0207 723 7415 or 07973 541308
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/churchstreetlondon
Verified Since Nov 2012
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An antique French mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather top, two drawers with brass pulls, and curved legs with stretcher support.
Antique French Mahogany Writing Desk
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An antique French mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather top, two drawers with brass pulls, and curved legs with stretcher support.
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  • ObjectWriting Desks
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTooled leather top, Brass mounts, Tapered legs, Curved stretcher
  • SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 96 cm (38 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

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French writing desks gained prominence during the 18th and 19th centuries, evolving from utilitarian surfaces into refined centrepieces for salons and studies, reflecting the craftsmanship of French cabinetmakers.

These pieces typically feature solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over secondary hardwoods, often complemented by tooled leather inserts, cast bronze or brass mounts, and traditional dovetail joinery.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetails, signs of age-appropriate timber shrinkage, hand-tooled leather inserts, and traditional cast metal hardware without modern machine marks.

Pairing a classic wooden desk with modern minimalist seating or placing it against a neutral wall creates a balanced focal point that bridges traditional and contemporary aesthetics.

Maintain stable room temperatures away from direct sunlight and heat sources, apply specialized microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood, and clean the leather surface using a soft, dry cloth without harsh chemicals.
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