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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
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Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk

19th century
Sold 24 March 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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A beautiful and rare antique Victorian burr walnut leather top kidney shaped desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

The quality is outstanding, this has a beautiful design and is a very practical size. The kidney shaped top has an inset black leather writing surface and walnut banding around the edges. There are two drawers which have turned handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. There is lovely inlaid banding all around the edges, and lovely chunky carving at the top of the legs. There is a stretchered base and the legs sit on porcelain casters. The back is also nicely polished, so this can be used as a free standing item.

We have had this re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age, with just some minor wear remaining beneath the polish here and there.

Width – 43 inches , 109 cm

Depth – 22 inches , 56 cm

Height – 29 inches , 73 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Desk to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1165856
Dealers Internal Reference
11113
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Description
A beautiful and rare antique Victorian burr walnut leather top kidney shaped desk. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

The quality is outstanding, this has a beautiful design and is a very practical size.

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The kidney shaped top has an inset black leather writing surface and walnut banding around the edges.
Marylebone Antiques

There are two drawers which have turned handles and fine, hand cut dovetailed joints. There is lovely inlaid banding all around the edges, and lovely chunky carving at the top of the legs. There is a stretchered base and the legs sit on porcelain casters. The back is also nicely polished, so this can be used as a free standing item.

fig 1. An antique Victorian kidney-shaped desk crafted from burr walnut with a dark leather top and turned legs connected by a stretcher.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk

We have had this re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age, with just some minor wear remaining beneath the polish here and there.

Width – 43 inches , 109 cm

Depth – 22 inches , 56 cm

Height – 29 inches , 73 cm

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Desk to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1165856
Dealers Internal Ref
11113
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 Victorian kidney-shaped desk crafted from burr walnut with a dark leather top and turned legs connected by a stretcher.
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Leather Top Kidney Shaped Desk
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsKidney-shaped top, Turned legs with stretcher, Inset leather writing surface, Dovetailed drawers
  • SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 109 cm (43 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

Kidney-shaped desks and tables first gained popularity in France during the late 18th century and experienced a significant revival during the Victorian era, prized for their ergonomic curved front and decorative appeal.

These pieces typically feature a solid secondary wood framework veneered with highly figured burr walnut, often complemented by hand-tooled leather writing surfaces, solid brass castors, and dovetail-jointed drawers.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the secondary timbers for age-appropriate wear and tool marks, examining hand-cut dovetails in the drawer construction, and checking for period-correct hardware and veneer thickness.

An antique walnut desk can serve as a striking focal point in a modern home office or living space, pairing effectively with contemporary minimalist seating to create a balanced, eclectic aesthetic.

Maintain the wood by applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the veneer, and treat the leather insert with specialised leather balms to prevent cracking while avoiding direct sunlight and moisture.
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