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Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk
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Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Worboys Antiques
Description

Edwardian inlaid mahogany writing desk having a pierced galleried back with a green tooled leather top , above a single central drawer flanked by a deeper drawer to each side , raised on straight tapering legs terminating in the original castors .

Height

78.5 cm / 31"

Width

92 cm / 36 "

Depth

51.5 cm / 20 1⁄2"

Good Condition Repolished With A Replacement Leather

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store. If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.

Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Writing Desk to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78.5cm (30.91")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244185
Dealers Internal Reference
378862
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Description
Edwardian inlaid mahogany writing desk having a pierced galleried back with a green tooled leather top , above a single central drawer flanked by a deeper drawer to each side , raised on straight tapering legs terminating in the original castors .
fig 1. An Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather writing surface, a pierced lattice gallery back, three drawers with brass ring handles, and square tapered legs on brass castors.
fig 1. Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk

Height

78.5 cm / 31"

Width

92 cm / 36 "

Depth

51.5 cm / 20 1⁄2"

Good Condition Repolished With A Replacement Leather

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store.

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If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.
Worboys Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Writing Desk to the 1910s.

Height
78.5cm (30.91")
Width
106cm (41.73")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244185
Dealers Internal Ref
378862
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather writing surface, a pierced lattice gallery back, three drawers with brass ring handles, and square tapered legs on brass castors.
Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk
Ref: SA1244185
An Edwardian mahogany writing desk featuring a green leather writing surface, a pierced lattice gallery back, three drawers with brass ring handles, and square tapered legs on brass castors.
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  • ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass, Satinwood Inlay
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGreen leather inset top, Pierced lattice gallery, Satinwood marquetry inlay, Square tapered legs
  • SizeH 78.5 cm (31 in) x W 106 cm (42 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This Edwardian writing desk is constructed from warm brown mahogany with satinwood inlay. The piece stands on square tapered legs terminating in brass castors, supporting a body fitted with a single central drawer flanked by two deeper side drawers furnished with brass ring handles. A green tooled leather insert tops the writing surface, bordered by a decorative pierced lattice gallery along the back edge. The repolished woodwork exhibits clear grain patterns throughout its polished finish. Measuring 78.5 cm high, 106 cm wide, and 55 cm deep, this writing table provides a compact dedicated workspace for a gentleman's library, a home study, or a traditional bedroom scheme. The practical surface accommodates a laptop or writing materials, while the three drawers offer storage for stationery and documents. The straightforward profile integrates easily alongside period furniture in domestic interior settings.

FAQs

Edwardian writing desks, produced between 1901 and 1910, feature lighter proportions than earlier Victorian designs, incorporating delicate satinwood inlay, tapered legs, and decorative gallery backs.

Craftsmen typically utilised mahogany, rosewood, or satinwood, accenting the primary writing surface with gilt-tooled leather inserts and brass ring handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original brass hardware and castors, precise geometric marquetry inlay, and natural wear patterns consistent with age.

An Edwardian desk functions effectively as a compact home office workspace or hallway console, providing a contrast when paired with contemporary seating or minimalist lighting.

Dust mahogany surfaces regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply natural beeswax sparingly, while treating the leather insert with a specialized leather conditioner to prevent drying.
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