What is the historical origin of antique writing desks?

Writing desks evolved significantly during the 18th and 19th centuries as literacy rates increased and dedicated study spaces became more common in homes.

What traditional materials were used to construct period writing desks?

These pieces were typically crafted from dense hardwoods like mahogany, oak, or walnut, often featuring tooled leather inserts on the writing surface.

How can one identify an authentic antique desk?

Authenticity is determined by inspecting construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetail joints in drawers, period-appropriate hardware, and natural timber ageing.

How do you incorporate a vintage desk into a contemporary interior?

Pairing a traditional wooden desk with modern minimalist seating creates a balanced contrast that highlights the historic craftsmanship within a modern room.

What is the proper method for cleaning and preserving antique wood and leather?

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and nourish the wood and leather periodically using specialised wax and leather balms designed for antiques.

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Antique Writing Table / Desk

Name: Antique Writing Table / Desk
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1127373
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 19 January 2026 · Brookside Antiques

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Description

Here we have for sale today this Late Victorian Walnut writing table.

Dating 1890 ish and all made in Walnut in this Aesthetic Movement Influenced style.

All raised on these brass and ceramic pot wheel castors, on these very fine turned legs, with this elaborate stretcher arrangement to include turned bobbins.

Having this two drawer arrangement with brass knobs fitted, also a polished top with a leather insert. Original Tan colour leather with gold and blind tooling.

Original polish plus patina its this warm walnut colour (please see pictures)

Solid in all its joints with NO woodworm.

Contact details

Gerard James (available 24 hrs) don’t hesitate to contact, please ring or text, 07851385634 also available on land line in the evenings & weekends contact 01270 253730

Condition details

Unless otherwise stated all item are in excellent condition and ready to use, with all upholstered items been recently upholstered, we can also offer a re-upholstery service, in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood & Jim Dickens fabrics (samples available)

Viewing details

Available to view at SY13 4HY contact 07851385634 (Gerard) customers are welcome to come and view items of furniture at our premises at Norbury (Shropshire) please note by appointment only, this is due to the items been stored, and we would need to unpack it for display.

Delivery & Collection details

Collection FREE, FREE delivery available England and Wales for the asking price, with the large items and chair sets we usually deliver to central England & Wales for the asking price, for further afield please contact for costing’s, we deliver large items ourselves, with all items packed and wrapped to insure no damage, with years of experience, smaller items will be sent by carrier please contact for costing.

Payment details

Payment methods can be by Bank to Bank transfer, cash, cheque, credit or debit card. All moneys must be cleared before items are delivered or collected. We offer a UK, 7 day full money refund if items are not as described or do not suit your requirements (excluding logistics)

Shipping details

We have sold furniture to international customers, and have had their shippers collect from our workshop. We have also had items shipped abroad door to door all insurance covered

Date of Manufacture

Brookside Antiques has dated this Antique Writing Desk to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

75cm (29.53")

Width

91cm (35.83")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1127373

Dealers Internal Reference

00914

Dealers Notes

Contact Evenings & Weekends 01270 663204

Brookside Antiques

Dear customers all items of furniture can be viewed at our premises at Norbury in Shropshire SY13 4HY by appointment only, this is due to items being packed away in storage. ( and we would need to unpack them for display, please note this is not a problem, as we welcome viewers/customers)

We are a furniture restoration workshop, busy from day to day doing restoration work for the trade and general public alike.

All items for sale have been restored if restoration is required, unless otherwise stated. Upholstered items will have been re-upholstered, however if the fabric choice is not to taste, we offer a re-upholstery service in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood and Jim Dickens Fabric ( samples available )

Regards Gerard James

Description

Here we have for sale today this Late Victorian Walnut writing table.

Dating 1890 ish and all made in Walnut in this Aesthetic Movement Influenced style.

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All raised on these brass and ceramic pot wheel castors, on these very fine turned legs, with this elaborate stretcher arrangement to include turned bobbins.

Brookside Antiques

fig 1. An antique wooden writing desk with a leather top, two drawers, and turned spindle legs standing outdoors. — fig 1. Antique Writing Table / Desk

Having this two drawer arrangement with brass knobs fitted, also a polished top with a leather insert. Original Tan colour leather with gold and blind tooling.

Original polish plus patina its this warm walnut colour (please see pictures)

fig 2. An antique wooden writing desk with a leather top, two drawers, and turned spindle legs standing outdoors. — fig 2. Antique Writing Table / Desk

Solid in all its joints with NO woodworm.

Contact details

Gerard James (available 24 hrs) don’t hesitate to contact, please ring or text, 07851385634 also available on land line in the evenings & weekends contact 01270 253730

fig 3. An antique wooden writing desk with a leather top, two drawers, and turned spindle legs standing outdoors. — fig 3. Antique Writing Table / Desk

Condition details

Unless otherwise stated all item are in excellent condition and ready to use, with all upholstered items been recently upholstered, we can also offer a re-upholstery service, in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood & Jim Dickens fabrics (samples available)

fig 4. An antique wooden writing desk with a leather top, two drawers, and turned spindle legs standing outdoors. — fig 4. Antique Writing Table / Desk

Viewing details

Available to view at SY13 4HY contact 07851385634 (Gerard) customers are welcome to come and view items of furniture at our premises at Norbury (Shropshire) please note by appointment only, this is due to the items been stored, and we would need to unpack it for display.

fig 5. An antique wooden writing desk with a leather top, two drawers, and turned spindle legs standing outdoors. — fig 5. Antique Writing Table / Desk

Delivery & Collection details

Collection FREE, FREE delivery available England and Wales for the asking price, with the large items and chair sets we usually deliver to central England & Wales for the asking price, for further afield please contact for costing’s, we deliver large items ourselves, with all items packed and wrapped to insure no damage, with years of experience, smaller items will be sent by carrier please contact for costing.

fig 6. An antique wooden writing desk with a leather top, two drawers, and turned spindle legs standing outdoors. — fig 6. Antique Writing Table / Desk

Payment details

Payment methods can be by Bank to Bank transfer, cash, cheque, credit or debit card. All moneys must be cleared before items are delivered or collected. We offer a UK, 7 day full money refund if items are not as described or do not suit your requirements (excluding logistics)

Shipping details

We have sold furniture to international customers, and have had their shippers collect from our workshop. We have also had items shipped abroad door to door all insurance covered

Date of Manufacture

Brookside Antiques has dated this Antique Writing Desk to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

75cm (29.53")

Width

91cm (35.83")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1127373

Dealers Internal Ref

00914

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