Antique Writing Tools

It is made from fabulous burr walnut, the rectangular top with a fabulous inset gold tooled green leather writing surface. One side has an arrangement of three drawers in the fri...

The moulded desk top below with curved canted corners is fitted with a gorgeous green gilt embossed tooled leather writing skiver surface, raised over frieze with single centred long...

The top drawer reveals a sliding gilt-tooled leather writing surface with a central panel that can be lifted on ratchet supports to hold and display documents.

The drop down front opens to reveal its original hardware and original fitted gold tooled leather writing surface, two drawers with fine ormolu pulls, and one shelf.

The rectanglular top features a stunning inset green and gold tooled leather writing surface and a crossbanded moulded edge.

Above is a most elegant gold tooled fitted leather writing surface. All original gilt, patina, and hardware throughout.

The centre drawer is fitted with the original inset gold tooled black leather writing slope, and it is stamped EDWARDS & ROBERTS.  

Above is a lovely gold tooled fitted leather writing surface framed within a Mahogany band and a beautiful ormolu band with a most decorative Les Oves design.

With a turn of a key, the roll-top slides open to reveal an exquisite arrangement of three pull-out shelves and three drawers, each front panel adorned with delicate ormolu banding a...

Above is the original burgundy colored gold tooled fitted leather writing surface framed within a warm mahogany border and displaying a most elegant pierced ormolu gallery at the bor...

An exceptional and rare late 19th century gilt bronze mounted Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Attributed to Zwiener Attributed to Joseph Zwiener The serpentine case with a rectangular t...

Fine suite of Empire style ormolu-mounted mahogany library furniture, Maison Lalande, Paris, 1890-1900, comprising: a bureau plat, a large cartioneire and three tub chairs, each w...

Raised over desk top of serpentine form fitted with a gorgeous green gilt embossed tooled leather writing skiver surface above frieze fitted with one long drawer flanked with two set...

An exceptional 19th century satinwood Carlton House desk attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, the curved superstructure with pierced brass gallery, fitted with two banks of three draw...

The shaped rectangular top enclosing a gilt tooled brown leather writing surface within a molded border above a long central drawer enclosing a fine modeled mask of Hercules wearing ...

The serpentine shaped rectangular top enclosing a gilt tooled burgundy leather writing surface (worn) within a molded border above a long central drawer flanked by two drawers, with ...

This fine burr amboyna veneered bureau plat has a gilt-tooled leather writing surface above a central long drawer, flanked to each side by two short drawers.

Intricate beading, floral and delicate foliage motifs adorn its surface, each detail a testament to the skill of the artisan. More than just a writing tool, this antique desk accesso...

They functioned not only as functional writing tools but as absolute symbols of elite social status and sophisticated cultural cultivation.

It often features a decorative finial, which can take the form of a floral motif, a dome, or a crescent moon, further emphasizing the Islamic and Turkish cultural symbols. * The inte...

A discreet additional drawer is incorporated into the design, providing extra storage for small accessories such as nibs, seals, or other writing tools. Pieces combining shagreen wi...

The rectangular top rests above a deep frieze drawer fitted with interior compartments, originally intended for sewing implements or writing tools. The drawer opens to reveal divide...

This form was designed as a compact writing cabinet, allowing letters, documents and writing tools to be neatly organised while the fall front provides a practical writing surface.

Exquisite Hand-Crafted Victorian Walnut & Black Tooled Leather Campaign Writing Slope SLOPE 58 Brass front shield could be personalised with engraving.

The inkwell comprises four recessed containers, one of which is a sand shaker with a perforated lid, as well as two smaller holders for pens or writing accessories. The central open ...

Victorian Military Campaign Burr Walnut Writing Slope With A Tooled Black Leather Skiver Slope will include A Single Glass Inkwell A modern notepad A key with gold silk swing-tag...

Early 19th Century Exquisite Brass Bound Hand Crafted Mahogany Writing Slope Burgundy Red Tooled Leather, Two Glass Brass Topped Inkwells & Two Original Keys.

A French Régence carved walnut writing table, early 18th century, the rectangular top inset with an old blind-tooled leather writing surface within a molded edge, above a shaped apro...

With its warm gilt finish, this desk accessory glows with old-world sophistication, making it as much a statement piece as a functional writing tool. Perfect for display on a writin...

Complete with its original, meticulously decorated writing tools, it serves as a breathtaking focal point that brings classical aristocratic refinement to any curated interior or sch...

Objects of this caliber were cherished by scholars and the educated elite not simply as writing tools, but as vital instruments for personal cultivation and intellectual reflection.

Finding one that retains its original storage box and a full, perfectly matching set of writing tools is exceptionally rare. This piece beautifully reflects the sophisticated traditi...

The upper scene depicts Saint Luke, seated in a study with writing tools and a large open book. At his side lies the ox, his traditional attribute, symbolizing sacrifice and service.

The fall front opens to reveal a fitted arrangement of small ebonized-trimmed drawers around a central compartment, above a tooled leather writing surface bordered in gilt. Pierced b...

A substantial oak partners desk with a rectangular brown leather writing surface, finished with gilt tooling and enclosed by a moulded edge.

The Drawers Retain their Original Locks and Drop Handles. The Top of the Writing Table Features Crossbanding and Carved Mouldings, a Green Leather Writing Surface (replacement) with...

Interior opens to reveal a black leather writing surface with golden tooling, with coromandel surround.

Fine mahogany travelling writing box with brass-bound corners and decorative brass cartouches Classic campaign box and circa 1850 The hinged case opens to reveal a green leather writ...

We delight to offer for sale this stunning Victorian mahogany square library writing table. Brown tooled leather inset top, moulded edge, a pair of frieze drawers to either side, tur...

The drop front 'Abattan' above displays faux leather books with fine gold-tooled writing which opens to reveal a fitted gold-tooled leather writing surface, two shelves, and two smal...

The moulded rectangular top features a newly fitted tooled black leather writing surface with gilt border, above an arrangement of nine drawers with original brass handles and escutc...

The serpentine top inset with a blue, gilt-tooled leather writing surface. The frieze with one long silk-lined, side-fitted cockbeaded drawer below a simulated slide.

You are viewing a refined Victorian writing table or desk in walnut Shaped kidney or serpentine outline, veneered in figured walnut Circa date 1880 Desk features intricate satinwood ...

Above is a shaped marble top surrounded by a pierced gilt-brass gallery, while below is a green leather writing surface with gilt tooling. The main body is beautifully shaped, with f...

This handsome late Victorian writing desk is crafted from richly figured oak and combines practicality with the timeless appeal of Jacobean Revival design The rectangular top is inse...

Victorian Military Campaign Burr Walnut Writing Slope With A Tooled Black Leather Skiver Slope will include A Single Glass Antique Inkwell A modern notepad A key with gold silk s...

The rich brown leather writing area is decorated with tooled Greek Key and beaded borders.

These compartments also contain writing tools, including an ink bottle and damping box.

You are viewing a refined Edwardian desk in mahogany and satinwood Lovely pedestal desk with tapered side supports housing the drawers Clean and minimal design perfect for modern int...

A beautiful antique French walnut freestanding writing desk of exceptional decorative quality. The shaped top is finely inlaid with floral marquetry depicting roses, foliage and trai...

Wonderful period Victorian 'Dickens Desk' in mahogan The desk is modelled after the same type of pedestal desk Charles Dicken's used to write classics such as 'Oliver Twist' and 'Gre...

By combining multiple storage tiers for both writing implements and incense tools, this piece transcends standard utility.

A Chippendale style writing desk with tooled brown leather top and two drawers, each with two hanging bale pulls and a single keyhole.

Exquisite Victorian Hand-Crafted Burr Walnut Writing Slope With Black Tooled Leather Interior With Secret Compartment SLOPE 23 Brass front shield could be personalised with engravi...

Made of richly patinated Honduras mahogany, this 19th century George II style English writing desk features a hand-tooled gilded red leather top framed with finely carved molding.

Opening the sloping hinged lid reveals a comprehensive stationery interior centred on a black leather writing surface decorated with gilded palmette and Greek-key border tooling.

Upon opening, the chest reveals a sophisticated interior featuring a tooled leather writing slope accented with elegant gold-leaf borders.

The fielded panel secretaire drawer has flanking Pan masks, the drop down fall being supported by brass quadrants, and inside, seven fitted small drawers, pigeon holes, and a tooled ...

An impressive antique Italian writing desk or partner’s desk, distinguished by richly figured walnut veneers, extensive geometric marquetry, bronze mounts, and a large burgundy leath...

Period-style replacement leather writing area with hand-tooled and gilded decoration to the edges.