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Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850
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Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

19th century
Description

This is an antique ladies writing desk. An English, mahogany and leather correspondence table, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Pleasingly petite desk with a delightful appearance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Wide leather skiver inset to the top, with Greek key tooling and embossed outer edge

Arrangement of drawers to the fascia, the left bank disguising a cabinet door

Dressed with appealing foliate circular pulls in warm brass tones

Kneehole accentuated with shaped brackets, with carved swirl accents

The kneehole set at a comfortable height of 59.5cm (23.5'')

Raised upon a slender quartet of turned legs, with collared finish

This is an appealing antique ladies writing desk, with superb colour and of useful size for several rooms in the home. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 96cm (37.75'')

Max Depth: 48.5cm (19'')

Max Height: 74.5cm (29.25'')

Skiver Width: 93.5cm (36.75'')

Skiver Depth: 46cm (18'')

Kneehole Width: 29.5cm (11.5'')

Kneehole Height: 59.5cm (23.5'')

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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Our Ref: 18.9039

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Desk to the 1850s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74.5cm (29.33")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA986756
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9039
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Description
This is an antique ladies writing desk.
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An English, mahogany and leather correspondence table, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

Pleasingly petite desk with a delightful appearance

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a black leather skiver top, five drawers with brass ring pulls, and four turned legs.
fig 1. Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Wide leather skiver inset to the top, with Greek key tooling and embossed outer edge

Arrangement of drawers to the fascia, the left bank disguising a cabinet door

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a black leather skiver top, five drawers with brass ring pulls, and four turned legs.
fig 2. Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

Dressed with appealing foliate circular pulls in warm brass tones

Kneehole accentuated with shaped brackets, with carved swirl accents

The kneehole set at a comfortable height of 59.5cm (23.5'')

Raised upon a slender quartet of turned legs, with collared finish

fig 3. A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a black leather skiver top, five drawers with brass ring pulls, and four turned legs.
fig 3. Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

This is an appealing antique ladies writing desk, with superb colour and of useful size for several rooms in the home. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

fig 4. A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a black leather skiver top, five drawers with brass ring pulls, and four turned legs.
fig 4. Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

Max Width: 96cm (37.75'')

Max Depth: 48.5cm (19'')

Max Height: 74.5cm (29.25'')

Skiver Width: 93.5cm (36.75'')

Skiver Depth: 46cm (18'')

Kneehole Width: 29.5cm (11.5'')

Kneehole Height: 59.5cm (23.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 5. A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a black leather skiver top, five drawers with brass ring pulls, and four turned legs.
fig 5. Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.9039

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Writing Desk to the 1850s.

Height
74.5cm (29.33")
Width
96cm (37.80")
Depth
48.5cm (19.09")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA986756
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9039
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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A Victorian mahogany writing desk featuring a black leather skiver top, five drawers with brass ring pulls, and four turned legs.
Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Leather skiver, Kneehole arch, Brass ring pulls
  • SizeH 74.5 cm (29 in) x W 96 cm (38 in) x D 48.5 cm (19 in)

This early Victorian ladies writing desk originates from England around 1850. Constructed from mahogany, it displays rich caramel hues and fine grain interest beneath a waxed polish, complemented by a wide black leather skiver inset to the top with Greek key tooling. The fascia holds an arrangement of five drawers, including a left bank disguising a cabinet door, all dressed with warm brass foliate circular ring pulls. Shaped brackets with carved swirl accents accentuate the central kneehole arch, and the table rests upon a slender quartet of turned legs with collared details. Measuring 74.5 cm high, 96 cm wide, and 48.5 cm deep, this petite correspondence table provides a practical surface suited for study spaces, home offices, or living rooms. The kneehole offers a comfortable height of 59.5 cm for seating, while solid joints and construction ensure everyday usability for correspondence and writing tasks.

FAQs

A Victorian writing desk typically features a rectangular top inset with leather, a configuration of drawers around a central kneehole, and turned or carved legs characteristic of mid-19th century English cabinetmaking.

These tables were primarily crafted from solid woods and veneers such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, complemented by brass hardware and gold-tooled leather writing surfaces.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, natural patination on brass handles, period-appropriate secondary timbers inside the drawers, and age-consistent wear on the lower turned legs.

Position the desk against a feature wall or near natural light, pairing it with a contemporary desk lamp and a tailored chair to balance the rich timber finish.

Dust the timber regularly with a microfibre cloth and apply beeswax periodically, while gently cleaning the leather skiver with a dry cloth and keeping it away from direct heat sources.
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