Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 13

Antique Writing Desk, English Side Table, Correspondence, Study, Victorian, 1890

$4,784.05
£3,492
€4,091.88
CA$6,612.14
A$7,030.07
CHF 3,801.65
MX$83,624.83
NOK 47,621.07
SEK 43,492.20
DKK 30,567.78

About the Item

This is an antique writing desk. An English, mahogany side table, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. A delightful example, presenting fine English craftsmanship and enduring charm. This elegant piece exudes the refinement of the late 19th century, blending decorative appeal with practical design. A wonderful addition to any period interior or refined study. Constructed from select mahogany stocks with fine grain interest and warm caramel hues Graced with a distinctive demi-lune back rest, offering a graceful visual flourish Broad writing surface ideal for correspondence, study, or display Single wide drawer set within the apron, dressed with a pair of circular brass pulls Drawer runs smoothly and provides ample storage for writing materials and stationery Maker’s name engraved to the drawer edge — a mark of authenticity and heritage Dating to circa 1890, crafted by the respected cabinetmakers J. Waterer Sons, Chertsey Supported by a striking arrangement of opposed barley twist legs, masterfully turned The whole riding upon a quartet of ceramic castors for effortless movement A superb example of late Victorian furniture, this mahogany writing desk by J. Waterer Sons displays all the hallmarks of quality cabinetmaking, from the confident turning of its legs to the elegance of its proportions. A distinguished antique ready to grace any traditional or eclectic interior. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 69.5cm (27.25'') Max Depth: 52cm (20.5'') Max Height: 84.5cm (33.25'') Surface Height: 75cm (29.5'') Kneehole Width: 47cm (18.5'') Kneehole Height: 60cm (23.5'') Drawer Width: 45cm (17.75'') Drawer Depth: 44cm (17.25'') Drawer Height: 6.5cm (2.5'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.27 in (84.5 cm)Width: 27.37 in (69.5 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 256011stDibs: LU2645347087862

More From This Seller

View All
Antique Hallway Side Table, English, Portico, Writing Desk, Regency, Circa 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique hallway side table. An English, flame mahogany portico table or writing desk, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. Beautifully crafted Regency period side ta...
Category

Antique 1820s British Regency Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

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...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Drawing Room Pembroke Table, English, Drop Leaf, Side, Lamp, Regency
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique drawing room Pembroke table. An English, mahogany drop leaf side or lamp table, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. Beautif...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Wine Table, English, Side, Occasional, Lamp, Regency, Circa 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique wine table. An English, mahogany side table with concealed drawer, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. Beautiful form and finish, with wonderful Regenc...
Category

Antique 1820s British Regency Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Reader s Table, English, Pembroke, Drop Leaf, Occasional, Regency, 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique reader’s table. An English, mahogany Pembroke or sofa table with book storage, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. A superb and highly practical example, wel...
Category

Antique 1820s British Regency Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Writing Table, English, Kneehole Desk, Home Office, Study, Regency, 1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique writing table. An English, mahogany scribe’s desk, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820. A superbly proportioned example, ideally suited for modern use while r...
Category

Antique 1820s British Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

You May Also Like

Antique Victorian Writing Table Desk by Edwards Roberts 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an elegant antique Victorian Gonçalo Alves writing table by Edwards & Roberts, Circa 1850 in date. The top is inset with a gold tooled burgundy leather writing surface abo...
Category

Antique 1850s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Writing Table Desk 19th Century
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Victorian flame mahogany writing table, in the manner of Gillows, circa 1860 in date. The rectangular top features a moulded edge with a striking inset gold tooled ...
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Regency Work Table with Drop Leaves and Two Drawers
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this beautiful hardwood sewing pembroke worktable. We found this table still in its very well-looked-after condition, considering its age. The t...
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Antique very fine quality small 19th Century mahogany writing side table desk
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique very fine quality small 19th Century mahogany writing side table desk. Lovely age colour and patina. Recently restored to a very good standard. No loose joints and no woodwo...
Category

Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Writing Reading Table
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Mid 19th Century writing table in flame cut walnut with leather writing pad top revealing a built in adjustable slope. Circa 1860 this represents one of the finest examples of cabine...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Miles and Edwards Writing Table
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century Miles and Edwards writing table of unusual shaped top, with leather scribe on barley twist leg.
Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany