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Antique Regency Mahogany & Brass Inlaid Desk
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Antique Regency Mahogany & Brass Inlaid Desk

19th century
Description

A handsome, good quality antique late Regency mahogany writing table or desk with rosewood banded top and brass inlay dating from circa 1830. In mellow well-figured mahogany it has two capacious drawers with turned knob handles and stands on elegantly turned legs, the fronts decorated with brass inlay and the top with rosewood cross banding. A well-proportioned piece, it is a good size, offering lots of work space and storage space while not being to deep or cumbersome.

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany / Rosewood / Brass

Condition Report:

Good condition, solid and sturdy with good colour and patina. Wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Depth: 46cm

Width: 93cm

Height: 74cm

Height To Underneath: 61cm

Drawers: 41cm Wide x 38cm Deep x 7cm High

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Regency Mahogany Writing Desk to the Regency era.

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SA1241127
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A handsome, good quality antique late Regency mahogany writing table or desk with rosewood banded top and brass inlay dating from circa 1830.
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In mellow well-figured mahogany it has two capacious drawers with turned knob handles and stands on elegantly turned legs, the fronts decorated with brass inlay and the top with rosewood cross banding.
Antique Furniture Direct

A well-proportioned piece, it is a good size, offering lots of work space and storage space while not being to deep or cumbersome.

fig 1. A Regency mahogany writing desk featuring brass inlaid corner stiles, two frieze drawers with wooden knobs, and turned legs.
fig 1. Antique Regency Mahogany & Brass Inlaid Desk

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany / Rosewood / Brass

Condition Report:

Good condition, solid and sturdy with good colour and patina. Wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Depth: 46cm

Width: 93cm

Height: 74cm

Height To Underneath: 61cm

Drawers: 41cm Wide x 38cm Deep x 7cm High

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Regency Mahogany Writing Desk to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241127
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Archive I A Regency mahogany writing desk featuring brass inlaid corner stiles, two frieze drawers with wooden knobs, and turned legs.

Antique Regency Mahogany & Brass Inlaid Desk

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A Regency mahogany writing desk featuring brass inlaid corner stiles, two frieze drawers with wooden knobs, and turned legs.
Antique Regency Mahogany & Brass Inlaid Desk
Ref: SA1241127
A Regency mahogany writing desk featuring brass inlaid corner stiles, two frieze drawers with wooden knobs, and turned legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Brass inlay, Frieze drawers, Crossbanded top
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 93 cm (37 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This Regency mahogany writing table or desk dates from circa 1830 and has a warm brown rosewood banded top alongside brass inlay. The piece stands on turned legs with brass inlay decorating the front stiles, and features two frieze drawers fitted with small dark round wooden knob handles. The construction uses well-figured mahogany with mellow colour and visible age patina, complemented by crossbanded borders on the rectangular top. Measuring 74 cm high, 93 cm wide and 46 cm deep, the table provides ample surface work space and storage through its two capacious drawers without occupying excessive floor space. In a modern interior, this practical desk functions effectively as a study workspace in a home office or library, or as a decorative writing table in a living room or bedroom. The compact depth allows placement in narrower halls or behind seating areas, while the traditional design integrates smoothly with both period and contemporary furniture schemes. The solid and sturdy construction ensures reliable daily use for writing, laptop work, or desktop organization.

FAQs

Regency furniture, dating roughly from 1811 to 1830, is defined by classical proportions, dark timber veneers like mahogany or rosewood, and refined brass inlays or mounts influenced by Greco-Roman design.

These desks were predominantly crafted using solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, featuring hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, brass stringing or marquetry, and turned timber legs.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut brass inlays set flush into timber channels, natural patination across metalwork, original drawer construction details, and age-consistent timber oxidation.

Position the piece as a focal point in a home office, library, or living room alcove, pairing it with modern lighting and understated decor to highlight the mahogany grain and brass detailing.

Dust surfaces using a clean, dry microfibre cloth and apply clear beeswax polish occasionally to nourish the timber, ensuring chemical cleaners are avoided to protect the brass inlay.
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