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Antique George III Quality Mahogany Freestanding Leather Top Writing Desk
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Antique George III Quality Mahogany Freestanding Leather Top Writing Desk

19th century
Sold 24 September 2025 · London City Antiques
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Antique George III quality mahogany freestanding leather top writing desk having a leather writing surface with a quality mahogany crossbanded edge above two mahogany cockbeeded oak lined drawers with original turned knob handles, freestanding dummy drawers to the back, panel sides standing on elegant turned tapering legs with original brass cup castors

A delightful desk displaying a charming colour and of desirable proportions

Dimensions:

Height 70 cm (27.56 in)

Width 89.5 cm (35.24 in)

Depth 59 cm (23.23 in)

Dated 1800

Physical Dimensions
Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
89.5cm (35.24")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this George III Writing Desk to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1095613
Dealers Internal Reference
2454
Dealers Notes

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Description
Antique George III quality mahogany freestanding leather top writing desk having a leather writing surface with a quality mahogany crossbanded edge above two mahogany cockbeeded oak lined drawers with original turned knob handles, freestanding dummy drawers to the back, panel sides standing on elegant turned tapering legs with original brass cup castors

A delightful desk displaying a charming colour and of desirable proportions

Dimensions:

Height 70 cm (27.56 in)

Width 89.5 cm (35.24 in)

Depth 59 cm (23.23 in)

Dated 1800

Height
70cm (27.56")
Width
89.5cm (35.24")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this George III Writing Desk to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1095613
Dealers Internal Ref
2454
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique George III Quality Mahogany Freestanding Leather Top Writing Desk

Archive II An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View II
Archive III An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View III
Archive IV An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View IV
Archive V An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View V
Archive VI An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View VI
Archive VII An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View VII
Archive VIII An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View VIII
Archive IX An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View IX
Archive X An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View X
Archive XI An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View XI
Archive XII An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors. View XII
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An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors.
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Freestanding Leather Top Writing Desk
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An antique George III mahogany writing desk featuring a dark leather top with gilt tooling, four front drawers with turned wooden knobs, and ring-turned legs fitted with castors.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTooled leather surface, Ring-turned legs, Brass castors, Wooden drawer knobs
  • SizeH 70 cm (28 in) x W 89.5 cm (35 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

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The George III style spans the latter half of the 18th century, characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and a transition from heavy mahogany designs towards lighter neoclassical influences.

Cabinet makers primarily utilised solid mahogany and pine for structural elements, complemented by tooled leather inserts, brass hardware, and occasionally fine wood veneers like walnut or satinwood.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional timber shrinkage, period-appropriate secondary woods such as oak or pine, and honest wear consistent with age rather than artificial distress.

An antique desk adds grounding warmth to contemporary spaces when paired with minimalist seating and clean architectural lines, serving as a functional centrepiece or study workspace.

Maintain leather inserts by avoiding direct sunlight and applying specialised leather balms sparingly, while keeping wooden surfaces nourished with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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