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Period: 19th Century
English Regency Mahogany and Ebonized Wood Lyre-End Sofa / Writing Table
Located in Stamford, CT
A striking English Regency mahogany sofa / writing table with lyre ends and ebonized detailing. Stretcher and desk top newly covered with leather, circa 1820. Measures: 29.75" H x...
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English Regency Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather

19th Century Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Selling is a top quality, unusual mid-Victorian copy of a Chippendale carved desk. The top drawer of the desk, when opened, reveals a rising writing panel and two lift up panels with...
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English Chippendale Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Kneehole Desk by Francis James Smith
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality, unusual, Victorian mahogany kneehole desk by Francis and James Smith, Glasgow. The top, having three leather writing surfaces, each decorated with gold an...
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Scottish Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk. In good condition. This table has so many carved details. Really easy to transport it from a place to a...
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Unknown Renaissance Revival Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk
Antique Carved Wood Writing Desk
$3,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Foldable Patent Secretary with Ink Drawing, English 19th-Century
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
This filigree patent secretary, also known as a folding travel desk, is made of mahogany veneer and is decorated on the edges with fine thread i...
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English Early Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood and Ormolu Desk Possibly by François L
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. Kingwood and ormolu desk possibly by François Linke. The desk is raised by elegant cabriole legs with handsome ...
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French Louis XV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Desk Arts and Crafts , 1890, England
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
The set includes, armchair, desk and desk accessories. It is from the first era. Bibliography: Revue de l’Art N°185 – March 2014, p. 23. Founded in 1857 by Gustave Keller, the Keller...
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English Art Nouveau Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Biedermeier Desk, Vienna 1810-1820, Style of Josef Danhauser
Located in Belmont, MA
Beautiful writing desk, Vienna 1810-20, in the style of Josef Danhauser, walnut veneer. The hexagonal legs have a gorgeous herringbone veneer pattern. The top stands out for its root veneer grain. The desk comes refinished with a shellac hand polish. The design of this unique table shows definitely the influence of the famous Austrian Biedermeier furniture...
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Austrian Biedermeier Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Fine Louis XV Style Marquetry Bureau Plat Attributed to François Linke
Located in Montreal, QC
A fine and Important Louis XV style Bureau plat attributed to François Linke (1855-1946) after a model by Jean François Oeben. Typical of the work by François Linke, this desk featur...
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French Louis XV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Ebonized Louis XV Style Desk
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A dazzling Louis XV style ebonized and brass-inlay desk from 19th century France, it is a masterpiece of rococo sensuality and bold, Empire taste. This exquisite antique table can se...
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French Louis XV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Bronze

French 19th century Napoleon III Period Ebony, Brass and Ormolu desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and most impressive French 19th century Louis XV st. Napoleon III Period Ebony, Brass and Ormolu Boulle desk, attributed to Befort Jeune. This high quality rectangular des...
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French Napoleon III Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Victorian Mahogany Kidney Shaped Desk by Wolfe Hollander
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality mahogany and chequer banded kidney shaped desk by Wolfe & Hollander, having an inset green writing surface above three inlaid drawers with original brass h...
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English Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Empire writing desk in cherry wood, with lifting side flaps, England
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique Empire writing desk in light cherry wood, with lifting side flaps, It has ebonized inlays with floral and leaf decorations, both on the top and on the two drawers and on the ...
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English Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Chestnut

Biedermeier Writing Desk, Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier writing desk veneered in cherry, raised on tall, slightly splayed legs. A drawer is integrated into the apron, and the writing surface has been newly covered in dark gree...
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German Biedermeier Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Cherry

Rare Antique circa 1860 Library Writing Table Desk with Twin Writing Slopes
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original circa 1860 Mahogany library table with built in twin writing slopes This is a very r...
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English High Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Hardwood

Rare Louis XV Style Marquetry Inlaid Bureau de Dame François Linke, circa 1980
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A rare and unusual Louis XV style gilt-bronze mounted and marquetry inlaid Bureau de Dame by François Linke. French, circa 1890. Signed to the gilt-bronze rim ‘Linke’. Stampe...
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French Louis XV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Impressive antique writing desk, ebonized/black around 1870, Napoleon III
Located in Berlin, DE
Impressive antique desk, ebonized around 1870, Napoleon III Elegant bureau plat/desk Extremely fine, floral, bronze fittings. slightly curved, three-edged frame base with wide knee...
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French Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Fine William IV Library Table
Located in Hudson, NY
Mulberry Veneered and Ormolu Mounted.
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English Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century English Regency Writing Table / Library Table
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine Regency writing table or sofa table, the rectangular top with finely rounded edges and molded edge detailing above two frieze drawer with opposing simulated drawers, each fit...
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English Regency Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century Pine Desk Table with Painted Base
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century Pine Desk Table. Unpainted two board top with thin breadboard ends. Base in old green and yellow paint over original red paint. Two drawers, side-by-side, and turned ...
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North American Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine, Paint

VR Stamped Victoria Regina Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Victorian, 1860
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely English Victorian Circa 1880 twin pedestal partner desk with original castors and VR stamped locks for Victoria Regina...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

Sheraton Tambour Desk
Located in Greenwich, CT
A smart and tailored Sheraton correspondence desk in figured satinwood having a multi-drawer casement with letter slots covered by a retractable curved tambour door in alternating st...
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English Sheraton Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

19th Century Spanish Walnut Desk with Two Drawers Strong Legs, 1890s
Located in Miami, FL
19th Spanish walnut desk or console table with two drawers and strong turning legs and stretcher.
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Spanish Baroque Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

A French 19th century Louis XVI st. Mahogany and Ormolu Bureau Plat desk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive French 19th century Louis XVI st. Mahogany and Ormolu Bureau Plat desk, stamped by Francois Linke. This stunning single drawer desk is raised by four tapered round Maho...
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French Louis XVI Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

1800s Antique French Oromlu-Mounted, Burlwood, Desk Office Suite, Set of 3!!
Located in Austin, TX
Extraordinary Set of 1800s Antique French Oromlu-Mounted, Burlwood, Desk Office Suite, Set of 3!! Antique Desk, Office Suite, French Oromlu-Mounted Burlwood, 3-Piece Set, 1800's! This antique desk office suite from the 1800s features a stunning French Oromlu-mounted burlwood design, making it a unique and stylish addition to any workspace. The set includes a desk, chair, and bookcase, all beautifully crafted with medium wood tones and intricate ormolu detailing. Made in France during the 19th century, this 3-piece set exudes a timeless elegance and sophistication, perfect for those who appreciate antique furniture with a touch of history and charm. Truly outstanding quality, monumental! 1800s Antique French Oromlu-Mounted, Burlwood, Desk Office Suite, Set of 3!! Inlcudes matching desk, chair, and bookcase! Antique Desk, Office Suite, French Oromlu-Mounted Burlwood, 3-Piece Set, 1800's, 19th Century!! French office furniture...
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French Other Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

A Victorian Gilt-Bronze Mounted Bureau Plat
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Palatial Victorian Gilt-Bronze Mounted Bureau Plat. This palatial bureau plat is of grand proportions. The top is of serpentine rectangular out-shape and is...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Heavily Carved Oak Secretary Bookcase Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a study or gentleman’s office with this exquisite antique two-piece desk cabinet, crafted in southern France circa 1860. Built of solid oak, the composition features a writi...
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French Louis XIII Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique Mid-19th Century Ebonised Wood, Gilt Bronze and Pietra Dura Desk
Located in London, GB
Antique Mid-19th century ebonised wood, gilt bronze and Pietra Dura desk, French, c. 1860s Dimensions: Height 77cm, width 134cm, depth 78cm This ...
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French Napoleon III Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Stone, Ormolu

Fine French Marquetry bureau, circa 1880.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
This exquisite 19th-century French marquetry bureau showcases exceptional craftsmanship and artistry. Adorned with intricate floral and landscape motifs, the bureau features a rich, ...
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French Louis XVI Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

A Fine Anglo-Indian Carved Padouk Writing Table, Ceylonese
Located in New York, NY
The solid rectangular top with carved gadrooned edge; over two frieze drawers with drop handles flanking an arched kneehole ,rope detail and further linear, raised on boldly turned a...
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Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Painted Satinwood Writing Desk with Sterling Silver Mounts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very finely painted satinwood desk with Sterling silver pulls. Each pull is hallmarked. This piece could also be in Adams style. For painted satinwood furniture, this is a 10! Th...
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English Sheraton Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood Brown Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1880-1900 Watchmakers desk in the Georgian taste with period brown leather top and sorting drawer...
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English Georgian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

French 19th century Belle Epoque Period Linke style desk/table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exquisite and high quality French 19th century Belle Epoque Period Louis XVI st. Mahogany, Tulipwood and Ormolu side table/desk, in the style of Francois Linke. This stunning tabl...
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French Louis XVI Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

Fine 19th Century Gillows Parquetry and Gilt Bronze Kidney Shaped Table
Located in Benington, Herts
An extremely fine gilt bronze mounted parquetry kidney shaped writing table attributed to Gillows of Lancaster. English Circa 1865 The rosewood lozenge trellis inlaid kidney shape...
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English Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Italian antique desk with drawers in walnut wood, mid 1800s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian antique desk with drawers in walnut wood, mid 1800s Vintage and fantastic desk or writing table in walnut wood. The rectangular top ...
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Italian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood, Walnut

Neo-Gothic Oak Writing Table
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A rare neo-Gothic writing table with superb carved detail mainly in a foliate design: striking pointed-arch pierced ends and carved stretcher, knobs and escutcheon; the rectangular t...
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English Gothic Revival Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
English "Davenport" walnut wood desk, 19th century. Desk with four drawers on the side, inkwell with closure at the top and folding tabletop with key lock. This typology is known as...
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European Neoclassical Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century English Regency Amboyna and Brass Inlay Library Table
Located in London, GB
A library table in the manner of Gillows Constructed in amboyna, with cut gold brass inlay work, and bronze feet; of rectangular panelled end support form, braced by pairs of car...
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English Regency Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Burr Walnut 19th Century Fine Quality Pedestal Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Fine Quality Mid 19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk, Of Good Proportions, Having Attractive Replacement Gilt Tooled And Decorated Leather Inset To Crossbanded To...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Fantastic French 19th Century Boulle Desk with Bronze Mounts
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent 19th century tortoiseshell Boulle desk features gorgeous bronze mounts and sculpted brass inlaid in the tortoise shell. The desk is created in the style of Louis XV ...
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French Louis XV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Bronze

Georgian Architects Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Georgian architect's table in richly stained oak with an adjustable slanting top and elegant brass hardware. Charmingly proportioned to serve as a console, end table, or desk. Engla...
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English Georgian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

Antique Ladies Writing Desk, English, Correspondence Table, Victorian, C.1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique ladies writing desk. An English, mahogany and leather correspondence table, dating to the early Victorian period, circa...
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British Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Small 19th Century French Boulle Bureau Plat
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality small late 19th century French Boulle inlaid bureau plat, having an inset leather top, brass inlay and tortoiseshell to the top, frieze and legs, gilded ormolu mounts, a single frieze drawer with a Bramah lock...
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French Louis XVI Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Victorian Library Table by Holland Sons
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome library table is a remarkable example of the English furnishings that represented wealthy Victorian tastes. The piece is attributed to Holland & Sons, a firm regarded as one of the most important cabinetmakers of the era. Crafted of rich mahogany with gilt brass mounts and a tooled leather writing surface, this table characterizes the superb craftsmanship of Holland & Sons and exudes Victorian elegance. The well-known British cabinetmaking firm of Holland & Sons was considered the top of their class in their day. Found in 1803 by William Holland...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Swedish Gustavian Single Drawer Stand, Table or Nightstand, Paint Decorated
Located in Manhasset, NY
Swedish Gustavian Single Drawer Stand, Table or Nightstand, Paint Decorated A Sweet One Drawer Original Paint Decorated Stand or End Table, Writing Desk. Having long sleek tapering...
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Swedish Gustavian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Stamped Gillows Lancaster Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Figured Oak
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and exceptionally rare Gillows Lancaster twin pedestal double sided partner desk in panelled figured oak An exceptionally rare exa...
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English Early Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Amboyna

Antique English Regency Rosewood Travelling Lap Desk Box, Circa 1830
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Regency rosewood travelling lap desk box, circa 1830.
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English Regency Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Rosewood

Victorian Desk Writing Table Mahogany 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Victorian mahogany 2 drawer desk or writing table Circa 1880 Raised upon ring turned legs with brass castors The table features 2 mahogany lined drawers which retain their original t...
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Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

19th Century, Louis XV Revival Ormolu-Mounted Bonheur Du Jour by Diehl
Located in London, by appointment only
Highly important and palatial Napoleon III Louis XV Revival Ormolu-Mounted Marquetry Bonheur Du Jour by Charles Guillaume Diehl, Designed by Jean Brandely, The Marquetry by E. Varlot, Paris. The rarity importance of this magnificent piece cannot be overstated, it is without question one of the finest examples you will see. Originally commissioned for European nobility as a statement of love and marital grandeur. Incorporating the finest rarest veneers and timbers of the time, including Harewood, Thuya, Purpleheart, palm wood and tulipwood. The beautifully shaped ormolu gallery on the top, gracefully curving outwards inset with fretted heart shapes highlight the incredible attention to detail that flow throughout this majestic piece. The upper section set either side with ormolu mounted fluted pilasters, aside two doors both individually set with masculine feminine central marquetry panels of the most supreme quality, as you would expect from the master E. Varlot. The colors incorporated in the inlay are outstanding to behold, simply perfection. Opening to reveal the double top bottom lock, engraved with Diehl's mark and address. Internally veneered in Rosewood of the richest color with one shelf. With two drawers below the doors, both veneered on the inside with Sycamore, one fitted for inkwells. The ormolu edged writing flap again centrally set with both a male female figure now seated, holding hands with the lady holding a Mandoline, a true sign of happiness love. The writing flap opening to reveal the original richly tooled velvet leather surface. The stand with one central frieze drawer, again lined inside with rosewood and with a top and bottom lock. On ormolu-mounted fluted legs. This grand Museum Quality masterpiece is in excellent condition for its age. Charles Guillaume Diehl (1811-1885) was of Germanic origins, he is considered among the most important influential of cabinetmakers of the 19th century. He was born in Steinbach, Germany later moving to France, establishing his atelier in Paris in 1840, at the 3, Rue de Thorigny and then at the 170, Rue Saint...
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French Louis XV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Ormolu

19th Century French Kingwood Ormolu Mounted Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality large 19th century French Kingwood and ormolu mounted bureau-plat desk, having a rectangular shaped top with an ormolu moulded edge, decorative shell engraved corner...
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French Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Kingwood

Little Box for SESC Pompeia by Lina Bo Bardi , 2022, Marcenaria Baraúna
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Design:Lina Bo Bardi, Marcelo Ferraz, André Vainer Material:Solid Pine, Melamine laminate, with casters Designed by Lina Bo Baldi in 1986, this children's desk was created for insta...
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Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Richard Bridgens English Renaissance Revival Oak Partners Desk
By Richard Bridgens
Located in London, by appointment only
RICHARD BRIDGENS PARTNERS DESK & CHAIRS Stock Number: 37331 A rare English architectural partners desk in oak with its original tooled leather top. With three drawers on each side, ...
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English Renaissance Revival Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Antique English Queen Anne Walnut Writing Desk, Circa 1895
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Queen Anne walnut writing desk, circa 1895.
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English Queen Anne Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

19th Century American Empire Secretary Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable, and strong early 19th century American Empire secretary bookcase of grand architectural scale with an incredible arched pedimen...
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American American Empire Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Amboyna Library Table in the Manner of Morel Seddon
By Morel Seddon, Edwards Roberts
Located in London, GB
A library table in the manner of Morel & Seddon later retailed by Edwards and Roberts Of kidney form, the sled bases, standing on oblate bun feet having spandrel blocked end suppo...
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English George IV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Amboyna

Bureau Plat by Francois Linke
Located in Wien, AT
Paris, late 19th century, elegantly curved hardwood frame, rosewood veneered, inlaid with various precious woods in the form of cubes and leaves, polished in traditional craftsmanshi...
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French Louis XV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Louis Philippe Ebonised Marquetry Inlaid Bronze Extending Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 19th century Louis Philippe Ebonised & Marquetry inlaid writing table with extending side leaves and gilt bronze fixtures an...
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French Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Fine 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Center Table by Joseph Zwiener
By Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener, Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Exceptionally Fine Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Center Table By Joseph Zwiener Joseph Zwiener The rectangular marble top above a spring loaded ...
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French Belle Époque Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique early 19th century Birdseye Maple writing table
Located in London, GB
A fine William IV period Birdseye Maple Writing Table in the manner of Holland & Son, having tan leather top with rosewood marquetry inlaid frieze enclosing 2 concealed drawers raise...
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English William IV Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century Victorian burr walnut pedestal desk. The desk top is inset with a leather skiver, decorated with gold tooling. Below this three drawers, each ...
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European Victorian Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

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