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An Fine Late Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Carleton House Style Desk
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An Fine Late Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Carleton House Style Desk

19th century
Sold 11 August 2025 · Mark Buckley Antiques
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A stunning quality marquetry inlaid sheraton revival Carlton House desk in the manner of Edwards & Roberts. The upper section with a raised galleried top with intricate pen-work detail with oak-lined lockable drawers and lift up cavetto moulded hinged lids, revealing a beautifully divided interior for stationery, inkwells and pens etc. The lower section with a mahogany top, boxwood banded with a fitted green gilt-tooled leather writing surface. The three shaped rectangular oak lined frieze drawers with traditional turned brass handles, supported on square tapering legs with spade feet.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Mark Buckley Antiques has dated this Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk to the Victorian era.

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SA1127379
Dealers Internal Reference
10564
Description
A stunning quality marquetry inlaid sheraton revival Carlton House desk in the manner of Edwards & Roberts. The upper section with a raised galleried top with intricate pen-work detail with oak-lined lockable drawers and lift up cavetto moulded hinged lids, revealing a beautifully divided interior for stationery, inkwells and pens etc.
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The lower section with a mahogany top, boxwood banded with a fitted green gilt-tooled leather writing surface.
Mark Buckley Antiques

The three shaped rectangular oak lined frieze drawers with traditional turned brass handles, supported on square tapering legs with spade feet.

FREE DELIVERY - to mainland UK

We offer a 'Try before you buy' service so you know you will be 100% satisfied with your purchase.

Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Buckley Antiques has dated this Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1127379
Dealers Internal Ref
10564
Mark Buckley Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018
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Mark Buckley Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Mark Buckley Antiques
Telephone 07711 719 112
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Skipton
North Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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Verified Since Mar 2018
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Items Sold 420
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A late Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring an arched superstructure, extensive floral marquetry inlay, and a leather inset writing surface.
An Fine Late Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Carleton House Style Desk
Ref: SA1127379
A late Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring an arched superstructure, extensive floral marquetry inlay, and a leather inset writing surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, brass gallery rail, tapered legs, inset leather top
  • SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

FAQs

A Carleton House desk is a distinctive type of writing table featuring a curved superstructure fitted with small drawers and compartments enclosing the writing surface, popularised in the late 18th century.

These desks are typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany, embellished with intricate marquetry or satinwood inlay, brass galleries, and leather-lined writing surfaces.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, natural patination on the timber, hand-applied brass hardware, and genuine marquetry rather than printed veneers.

Pair the traditional wood tones with contemporary seating and minimalist lighting to create a sophisticated focal point that bridges historical craftsmanship with modern functionality.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber cracking, and maintain the finish using traditional beeswax applied sparingly.
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