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Antique William IV Rosewood Writing Table
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Antique William IV Rosewood Writing Table

19th century
Sold 12 February 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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An outstanding antique William IV rosewood writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1840 period.

It is of the utmost quality, this stands on bold legs with absolutely stunning carving and brass casters. The top has beautifully moulded sides which are slightly concave, there are drawers on the front and this has a polished back, so can be free standing. The inset green leather top has tooled edges and compliments the rosewood tones beautifully.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent.

Width – 51 inches , 130 cm

Depth – 25 inches , 64 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24.5 inches , 62 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147884
Dealers Internal Reference
10588
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Description
An outstanding antique William IV rosewood writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1830-1840 period.
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It is of the utmost quality, this stands on bold legs with absolutely stunning carving and brass casters.
Marylebone Antiques

The top has beautifully moulded sides which are slightly concave, there are drawers on the front and this has a polished back, so can be free standing. The inset green leather top has tooled edges and compliments the rosewood tones beautifully.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent.

Width – 51 inches , 130 cm

Depth – 25 inches , 64 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24.5 inches , 62 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Writing Table to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1147884
Dealers Internal Ref
10588
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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An antique dark rosewood writing table featuring a green leather inset top and heavily carved pedestal legs with brass castors.
Antique William IV Rosewood Writing Table
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialRosewood, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved pedestals, Tooled leather top, Scroll feet, Brass castors
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 130 cm (51 in) x D 64 cm (25 in)

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The William IV style, spanning the 1830s, acts as a transitional bridge between late Regency and early Victorian design, heavily featuring robust classical proportions combined with vigorous, naturalistic carving.

Master craftsmen typically utilised dense tropical hardwoods like Brazilian rosewood and mahogany, often incorporating inset tooled leather writing surfaces and concealed secondary timbers such as pine or oak within the drawer construction.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, the natural oxidisation and grain pattern of the timber, and the presence of traditional brass castors beneath carved pedestals.

Pairing a heavy wooden desk with minimalist modern seating creates a striking juxtaposition, allowing the rich grain and historical craftsmanship to serve as a focal point in a study.

Maintain stable room humidity away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying occasional microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber without damaging the historic polish.
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