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Early 20th Century Writing Table

1900 - 1920
Sold 4 February 2025 · Penderyn Antiques
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An early 20th century kneehole writing table in the Georgian style, crafted from mahogany. The desk features a brown leather writing surface and an arrangement of three fitted drawers, each adorned with brass drop handles. It is raised on elegantly carved ball-and-claw feet, with intricate detailing at the tops of the legs, making it a visually striking and functional piece.

Item Ref: M-5747

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 77cm / Width – 92cm / Depth – 53.5cm / Knee Height – 54cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition, with some signs of age and use. Surface wear is evident, including age-related marks and scratches. The leather writing surface shows some staining (pictured) and areas of loss to the leather inset (pictured). Despite this, the kneehole writing table remains structurally sound and solid.

Our experienced carpenter meticulously inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection. This ensures that every piece you purchase from us is ready to be seamlessly incorporated into your home.

To provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the item's condition, we kindly request that you take a moment to thoroughly review all the accompanying photos. These images form an essential part of the item's description and condition report, offering an important visual insight into its appearance and overall quality.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
59.5cm (23.43")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Early Twentieth Century Writing Table to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1109250
Dealers Internal Reference
M-5747
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

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Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
An early 20th century kneehole writing table in the Georgian style, crafted from mahogany.
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The desk features a brown leather writing surface and an arrangement of three fitted drawers, each adorned with brass drop handles.
Penderyn Antiques

It is raised on elegantly carved ball-and-claw feet, with intricate detailing at the tops of the legs, making it a visually striking and functional piece.

fig 1. An early twentieth-century wooden writing table featuring three drawers, brass handles, and carved cabriole legs.
fig 1. Early 20th Century Writing Table

Item Ref: M-5747

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 77cm / Width – 92cm / Depth – 53.5cm / Knee Height – 54cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition, with some signs of age and use. Surface wear is evident, including age-related marks and scratches. The leather writing surface shows some staining (pictured) and areas of loss to the leather inset (pictured). Despite this, the kneehole writing table remains structurally sound and solid.

fig 2. An early twentieth-century wooden writing table featuring three drawers, brass handles, and carved cabriole legs.
fig 2. Early 20th Century Writing Table

Our experienced carpenter meticulously inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection. This ensures that every piece you purchase from us is ready to be seamlessly incorporated into your home.

fig 3. An early twentieth-century wooden writing table featuring three drawers, brass handles, and carved cabriole legs.
fig 3. Early 20th Century Writing Table

To provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the item's condition, we kindly request that you take a moment to thoroughly review all the accompanying photos. These images form an essential part of the item's description and condition report, offering an important visual insight into its appearance and overall quality.

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
59.5cm (23.43")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Early Twentieth Century Writing Table to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1109250
Dealers Internal Ref
M-5747
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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An early twentieth-century wooden writing table featuring three drawers, brass handles, and carved cabriole legs.
Early 20th Century Writing Table
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Brass swing handles, Carved knees, Scalloped apron
  • SizeH 77 cm (30 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 59.5 cm (23 in)

FAQs

Edwardian writing tables typically feature refined proportions, often drawing inspiration from earlier Georgian and Regency designs with lighter construction and elegant veneers.

Cabinetmakers frequently utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany and walnut, complemented by brass hardware and occasionally inlaid borders or decorative mouldings.

Authenticity is assessed through joinery techniques, timber oxidisation, hand-cut dovetails in the drawer construction, and appropriate wear patterns consistent with age.

This piece can serve as a functional workspace in a modern study or act as a striking console table in a living room, contrasting cleanly against minimalist walls.

Preservation requires regular dusting with a dry lint-free cloth and occasional application of traditional beeswax to nourish the timber without harming the patina.
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