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Period: 1880s
Antique French Desk Table with Drawer Oak Leather Top Barley Twist Entry Table
Located in Tyler, TX
GORGEOUS Antique French Carved Oak Desk or Writing Table with Two Drawers~~ Leather Writing Surface with Warm Patina~~Double Barley Twist Legs and Stretcher~~ Versatile size~~28" ...
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French Renaissance Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak, Leather

Antique French Desk Table with Drawer Oak Leather Top Barley Twist Entry Table
Antique French Desk Table with Drawer Oak Leather Top Barley Twist Entry Table

Antique French Desk Table with Drawer Oak Leather Top Barley Twist Entry Table

$2,400
19th Century Wood and Gold Bronze French Napoleon III Era Writing Desk, 1880
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French writing desk from the late 19th century. Napoleon III furniture, wavy and rounded, carved and veneered in mahogany wood. Finished for the center desk enriched with gilded and ...
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French Napoleon III Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Wood and Gold Bronze French Napoleon III Era Writing Desk, 1880
19th Century Wood and Gold Bronze French Napoleon III Era Writing Desk, 1880

19th Century Wood and Gold Bronze French Napoleon III Era Writing Desk, 1880

$5,744
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a truly superb antique Victorian Period burr walnut Dickens pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. The sunken central superstructure is flanked on either side by columns of five...
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English Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century

$6,522
19th Century Inlaid Wood English Writing Desk, 1880s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Elegant English writing desk from the second half of the 19th century. Finished for the center furniture with a pleasantly inlaid in walnut, maple, palisander, mahogany and fruitwood...
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British Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Inlaid Wood English Writing Desk, 1880s
19th Century Inlaid Wood English Writing Desk, 1880s

19th Century Inlaid Wood English Writing Desk, 1880s

$5,744 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a delightful antique Victorian flame mahogany kidney shaped kneehole desk, Circa 1880 in date. The free standing desk features satinwood and box woodline inlay and banding. ...
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English Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century

$5,286
Antique French Louis XV Tulipwood Marquetry Ormolu Bureau Plat Writing Table
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique 19th century French Louis XV tulipwood and marquetry, ormolu mounted bureau plat, serpentine shaped writing table, circa 1880. The table having an inset brown & red hu...
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French Louis XV Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Louis XV Tulipwood Marquetry Ormolu Bureau Plat Writing Table
Antique French Louis XV Tulipwood Marquetry Ormolu Bureau Plat Writing Table

Antique French Louis XV Tulipwood Marquetry Ormolu Bureau Plat Writing Table

$4,495
Antique French Abattant Desk Fall Front Secretary Chest Drawers Renaissance Oak
Located in Tyler, TX
Exquisite 19th Century Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Abattant Chest of Drawers and Desk with Fall Front Secretary Top~~Leather Writi...
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French Renaissance Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique French Abattant Desk Fall Front Secretary Chest Drawers Renaissance Oak
Antique French Abattant Desk Fall Front Secretary Chest Drawers Renaissance Oak

Antique French Abattant Desk Fall Front Secretary Chest Drawers Renaissance Oak

$4,750
Magnificent Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This antique 19th century French Louis XV bureau plat desk is a magnificent example of fine craftsmanship, luxury materials, and timeless design. Featuring a beautifully tooled black...
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French Louis XV Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Magnificent Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk
Magnificent Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk

Magnificent Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Leather Top Bureau Plat Desk

$14,995
Antique English Desk Table with Drawer Oak Leather Top Barley Twist Petite
Located in Tyler, TX
GORGEOUS Antique PETITE English carved oak desk or writing table with Drawer~~ Green Leather Top~~Double Barley Twist Stretcher~~HIGHLY CARVED. ~~cir...
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French Renaissance Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique English Desk Table with Drawer Oak Leather Top Barley Twist Petite
Antique English Desk Table with Drawer Oak Leather Top Barley Twist Petite

Antique English Desk Table with Drawer Oak Leather Top Barley Twist Petite

$2,875
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique late Victorian flame mahogany partners pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. Measures: 4ft. The rectanglular top features a stunning inset green and gold t...
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English Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century

$6,041
Desk Swedish Gustavian Style
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique 3 drawer Swedish Gustavian style desk. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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Swedish Gustavian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Desk Swedish Gustavian Style
Desk Swedish Gustavian Style

Desk Swedish Gustavian Style

$2,195
Fine Sheraton Revival Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk. with Letter Boxes, Ci
By Thomas Sheraton
Located in Dereham, GB
Fine Sheraton Revival Satinwood inlaid Carlton House desk. with Letter boxes. circa 1880s Profusely inlaid with : swags, shells, urns, bell flowers & foliage decoration, Satinwood, with Rosewood banding, boxwood line inlay, Curved back, Black leather inset top, with gold tooling, 4 drawers & 5 pigeon holes Pair letter slots...
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English Sheraton Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Fine Sheraton Revival Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk. with Letter Boxes, Ci
Fine Sheraton Revival Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk. with Letter Boxes, Ci

Fine Sheraton Revival Satinwood Inlaid Carlton House Desk. with Letter Boxes, Ci

$5,492 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Correspondence Desk, Scottish Oak Writing Table, Gothic Taste, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique correspondence desk. A Scottish, oak writing table in Gothic revival taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Displaying exceptional craftsmanship and rich detail, this fine desk is a superb example of 19th century Gothic styling. Exquisite Gothic Revival aesthetic, with profuse carved detail and architectural presence Select oak stocks present fine grain interest and rich caramel hues throughout Superb decorative detail, including rope twist borders, pierced fretwork and barley twist legs Upper gallery with twin drawers, ideal for documents, stationery and accessories Pull-out writing surface at a comfortable height of 73cm (28.75''), replete with a green baize insert in good order Lower drawer opens to reveal a suite of compartments, perfect for organising documents and correspondence Raised upon a set of bulb-carved, barley twist legs terminating in bun feet, offering excellent support Finished back panel allows for central room placement, ideal for library or study This antique correspondence desk is a magnificent display of late Victorian craftsmanship. This fine Scottish Gothic Revival...
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Scottish Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Correspondence Desk, Scottish Oak Writing Table, Gothic Taste, Victorian
Antique Correspondence Desk, Scottish Oak Writing Table, Gothic Taste, Victorian

Antique Correspondence Desk, Scottish Oak Writing Table, Gothic Taste, Victorian

$8,742
Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite French Empire Revival pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date. This desk has been beautifully crafted from flame mahogany. The top has a striking gold tooled black leather inset writing surface which has a decorative geometric inlaid satinwood and ebony border around it. It features beautifully cast gilded Ormolu mounts including angels, pharaonic herms above paw feet and swan escutcheons. It is further enhanced with male masks wearing nemes headress's on the sides, making it an incredibly imposing and impressive item of furniture. The desk features seven drawers for maximum storage, it is freestanding with a beautifully panelled back and comes complete with the original working locks and keys. This desk will soon become the centrepiece of your furniture collection, there is no mistaking the sophisticated quality and design and it is certain to enhance the style and elegance of any living area, bedroom, or reception. THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THAT THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION AND DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY RESTRICTED MATERIALS. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, French polished, waxed and releathered in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 76 x width 150 x depth 80 Dimensions in inches: Height 29.9 x width 59.1 x depth 31.5 Empire style, is an early 19th century design movement in architecture, furniture, other decorative arts, and the visual arts followed in Europe and America until circa 1830. The style originated in and takes its name from the rule of Napoleon I in the First French Empire, where it was intended to idealize Napoleon's leadership and the French state. The style corresponds to the Biedermeier style in the German-speaking lands, Federal style in the United States and to the Regency style in Britain. The previous style was called Louis XVI style, in France. The Empire style was based on aspects of the Roman Empire. It is the second phase of neoclassicism which is also called "Directoire", after a government system. Furniture typically had symbols and ornaments borrowed from the glorious ancient Greek and Roman empires. The furniture was made from heavy woods such as mahogany and ebony, imported from the colonies, with dark finishes often with decorative bronze mounts. Marble tops were popular as were Egyptian motifs like sphinxes, griffins, urns and eagles and the Napoleonic symbols, the eagle, the bee, the initials "I" and a large "N." Gilded bronze (ormolu) details displayed a high level of craftsmanship. Flame mahogany Thomas Sheraton - 18th century furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works...
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French Empire Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century
Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century

Antique French Empire Revival Ormolu Mounted Desk, 19th Century

$7,903
David Waddington. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized and parcel gilt writing desk
Located in London, GB
An Aesthetic Movement ebonized and parcel gilt writing desk with cantered corners and incized floral decoration and a tower turned gallery. Stamped David Waddington Ulphosterer Bolto...
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English Aesthetic Movement Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

David Waddington. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized and parcel gilt writing desk
David Waddington. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized and parcel gilt writing desk

David Waddington. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized and parcel gilt writing desk

$4,668
Rare Louis XV Style Bureau Plat, After a Model by J. Dubois, France, Circa 1880
Located in PARIS, FR
A rare double-side Louis XV style flat desk, made of veneered wood, opening with three drawers decorated with a beautiful flower motif end-cut wood marquetry. With fine chased and gi...
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French Louis XV Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Rare Louis XV Style Bureau Plat, After a Model by J. Dubois, France, Circa 1880
Rare Louis XV Style Bureau Plat, After a Model by J. Dubois, France, Circa 1880

Rare Louis XV Style Bureau Plat, After a Model by J. Dubois, France, Circa 1880

$105,309
Antique Gillows Style Birdseye Maple Writing Table Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a very attractive Antique Victorian Gillows Style Birdseye Maple writing table, circa 1880 in date. The rectangular top features a moulded edge with the original inset black...
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English Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather

Antique Gillows Style Birdseye Maple Writing Table Desk 19th Century
Antique Gillows Style Birdseye Maple Writing Table Desk 19th Century

Antique Gillows Style Birdseye Maple Writing Table Desk 19th Century

$2,814
Antique desk Wilhelminian style Walnut
Located in Würzburg, DE
✓ Dainty & elegant ✓ Unique craftsmanship ✓ Practical and beautiful Dimensions: W: 120cm H: 122cm D: 70cm Item: Antique desk secretary Item no.: 914 ...
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German Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Nutwood

Antique desk Wilhelminian style Walnut
Antique desk Wilhelminian style Walnut

Antique desk Wilhelminian style Walnut

$2,716
French Louis XVI Inlaid Burled Walnut Desk with Embossed Leather Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Just in from Avignon - this lovely French Louis XVI burled walnut desk has an inlaid molding on all five drawers and a beautiful red embossed leathe...
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French Louis XVI Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

French Louis XVI Inlaid Burled Walnut Desk with Embossed Leather Top
French Louis XVI Inlaid Burled Walnut Desk with Embossed Leather Top

French Louis XVI Inlaid Burled Walnut Desk with Embossed Leather Top

$3,800
19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Slant Front Secretary Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 19th Century American mahogany serpentine slant front secretary bureau desk. Nice quality mahogany, dovetails drawers and ball and claw feet.
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American Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Slant Front Secretary Desk
19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Slant Front Secretary Desk

19th Century American Mahogany Serpentine Slant Front Secretary Desk

$1,895
Important Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Attributed to G. Durand, France, Circa 1880
By Gervais Durand
Located in PARIS, FR
Large veneered wood flat desk attributed to G. Durand, opening with three frieze drawers. Mounted with Rocaille style chiseled ormolu representing shells, foliage and flower garlands. Raised on four cabriole legs ornamented with chiseled ormolu. This flat desk is inspired by the one executed by the cabinet-maker Joseph Baumhauer, which was offered by King Louis XV to Empress Elisabeth...
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French Louis XV Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Important Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Attributed to G. Durand, France, Circa 1880
Important Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Attributed to G. Durand, France, Circa 1880

Important Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Attributed to G. Durand, France, Circa 1880

$89,752
Antique Walnut Compact Knee Hole Desk with Warm Aged Patina
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome compact warm wood antique knee hole desk having 2 top drawers over 3 drawers on each side. Wonderful aged patina. Not finished on bac...
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American Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Walnut Compact Knee Hole Desk with Warm Aged Patina
Antique Walnut Compact Knee Hole Desk with Warm Aged Patina

Antique Walnut Compact Knee Hole Desk with Warm Aged Patina

$2,400
Antique English Mahogany Carved Library Table with Lopers for Expanding Surface
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique English carved mahogany library table, or since it has built in steel-lopers that pull-out from each end, one could use this antique English library table...
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English Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique English Mahogany Carved Library Table with Lopers for Expanding Surface
Antique English Mahogany Carved Library Table with Lopers for Expanding Surface

Antique English Mahogany Carved Library Table with Lopers for Expanding Surface

$3,500
With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See
By The Shannon File Cabinet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, very rare, original Antique Victorian Shannon File Co LTD, tambour fronted desk in Waln...
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English High Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See
With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See

With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See

$9,552
Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Aesthetic Period Davenport. An English, walnut and bird's eye maple writing desk, dating to the Victorian era, circa 1880. A delightful example, with exquisite cr...
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British Aesthetic Movement Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian
Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian

Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian

$4,312
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Partner Desk with Brown Leather Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely handmade in England circa 1880 burr walnut and brown leather twin pedestal partner desk A good looking and well made desk, the timbe...
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English High Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Partner Desk with Brown Leather Top
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Partner Desk with Brown Leather Top

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Partner Desk with Brown Leather Top

$4,054
Charles Bevan, Attri. A Gothic Revival Oak Library or Sofa Table with Marble Top
By Charles Bevan, John Marsh and Edward Jones
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan, attri. probably made by Marsh Jones and Cribb of Leeds. A super quality Gothic Revival oak library or Sofa table with semi-circular veined marble top, arched supports...
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English Gothic Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Charles Bevan, Attri. A Gothic Revival Oak Library or Sofa Table with Marble Top
Charles Bevan, Attri. A Gothic Revival Oak Library or Sofa Table with Marble Top

Charles Bevan, Attri. A Gothic Revival Oak Library or Sofa Table with Marble Top

$6,728
Antique French Desk Writing Table Renaissance Wide Drawer Oak Barley Twist
Located in Tyler, TX
GORGEOUS 19th century Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Desk or Writing Table with Wide Drawer, 3" Barley Twist Legs, Stretcher and Up Finial ~~circa 1880s With so many p...
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French Renaissance Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique French Desk Writing Table Renaissance Wide Drawer Oak Barley Twist
Antique French Desk Writing Table Renaissance Wide Drawer Oak Barley Twist

Antique French Desk Writing Table Renaissance Wide Drawer Oak Barley Twist

$3,600
Sheraton Revival Desk Mahogany Writing Table 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Sheraton Revival Mahogany 2 drawer Writing Table.< Circa 1880 This Writing Table is Raised Upon Tapered Legs. Featuring 2 Mahogany Lined Drawers. The Whole of the Writing Table Havin...
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Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Sheraton Revival Desk Mahogany Writing Table 1880
Sheraton Revival Desk Mahogany Writing Table 1880

Sheraton Revival Desk Mahogany Writing Table 1880

$1,778
Early Paint Antique French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Writing Desk & Stool
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning early painted circa 1880-1900 French Louis XV style Bureau plat writing table with later stool This is a wonderful find, the burea...
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French Louis XV Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Early Paint Antique French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Writing Desk & Stool
Early Paint Antique French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Writing Desk & Stool

Early Paint Antique French Louis XV Style Bureau Plat Writing Desk & Stool

$5,423 / set
Antique Victorian Leather Top Writing Table / Desk
Located in London, GB
An excellent original antique Victorian leather top writing table / desk. This was made in England, it dates from around 1860-1880. It is of great quality and is a lovely size. The ...
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British High Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Victorian Leather Top Writing Table / Desk
Antique Victorian Leather Top Writing Table / Desk

Antique Victorian Leather Top Writing Table / Desk

$2,151
Very Attractive Victorian Walnut Writing or Side Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Attractive Victorian Walnut Writing or Side Table This is a very attractive table, it has a very unusual shape withan inward curving front edge, the table has 3 drawers to the ...
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Adam Style Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Very Attractive Victorian Walnut Writing or Side Table
Very Attractive Victorian Walnut Writing or Side Table

Very Attractive Victorian Walnut Writing or Side Table

$1,510
Antique English Victorian Double Sided Oak Twin Pedestal 18 Drawer Kneehole Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning circa 1880 Victorian English oak antique knee hole 18 drawer desk A wonderful desk, ...
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English Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique English Victorian Double Sided Oak Twin Pedestal 18 Drawer Kneehole Desk
Antique English Victorian Double Sided Oak Twin Pedestal 18 Drawer Kneehole Desk

Antique English Victorian Double Sided Oak Twin Pedestal 18 Drawer Kneehole Desk

$5,423
Wood Table on Castors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A quirky 1880s cherry wood accent table or desk mounted on casters with three drawers, one central rectangular drawer with oval brass keyhole and two smaller square drawers flanking ...
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French Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry

Wood Table on Castors
Wood Table on Castors

Wood Table on Castors

$3,750
Antique Restored Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partners Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Museum quality, circa 1880 Dutch inlaid extra large twin pedestal, double sided partners desk which has been fully restored A truly stunnin...
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Danish High Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Antique Restored Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partners Desk
Antique Restored Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partners Desk

Antique Restored Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partners Desk

$20,596
circa 1880 George III Style Carved Solid Oak Chest, Green Man Writing Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this 19th century heavily carved dark oak kneehole desk. An impressive green man desk with flowers and scrolls, the s...
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English George III Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

circa 1880 George III Style Carved Solid Oak Chest, Green Man Writing Desk
circa 1880 George III Style Carved Solid Oak Chest, Green Man Writing Desk

circa 1880 George III Style Carved Solid Oak Chest, Green Man Writing Desk

$4,050
Lovely Victorian circa 1880 English Panelled Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely English paneled Mahogany Victorian Circa 1880 twin pedestal partner desk with original fittings and brass castors A good looking an...
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English Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Lovely Victorian circa 1880 English Panelled Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
Lovely Victorian circa 1880 English Panelled Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk

Lovely Victorian circa 1880 English Panelled Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk

$2,540
Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful period Victorian Davenport desk we date to circa 1880 Crafted from burr walnut with elegant patina Lovingly restored and refinished red tooled leather writing surface with ...
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Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1880
Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1880

Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1880

$2,402
Desk Swedish Gustavian Style 2 Drawer
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian style desk. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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Swedish Gustavian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Desk Swedish Gustavian Style 2 Drawer
Desk Swedish Gustavian Style 2 Drawer

Desk Swedish Gustavian Style 2 Drawer

$2,495
19th Century French Renaissance Leather Top Writing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance leather top writing table is perfect for adding an Old World touch to any room! Boldly carved edging around the too...
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French Renaissance Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century French Renaissance Leather Top Writing Table
19th Century French Renaissance Leather Top Writing Table

19th Century French Renaissance Leather Top Writing Table

$4,980
19th Century Italian Inlaid Desk
Located in New York, NY
A stunning bone-inlaid walnut desk with scroll apron and pierced Baroque legs. Italy, late 19th Century. Handcrafted circa 1885, this beautiful desk shows an intricate geometric in...
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Italian Baroque Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bone, Walnut, Ivory

19th Century Italian Inlaid Desk
19th Century Italian Inlaid Desk

19th Century Italian Inlaid Desk

$12,000
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FULLY STAMPED MORRIS & CO CIRCA 1880 SATiNWOOD PEDESTAL DESK
By Morris & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and important original fully stamped Morris & Co Satinwood Victorian pedestal desk with gallery top Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price This is a very rare and fine piece of English craftsmanship, the timber is sublime, it simply glows in any light, the gallery rail edge is a nice feature and reminds me of Navy map...
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English High Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Satinwood

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FULLY STAMPED MORRIS & CO CIRCA 1880 SATiNWOOD PEDESTAL DESK
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FULLY STAMPED MORRIS & CO CIRCA 1880 SATiNWOOD PEDESTAL DESK

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FULLY STAMPED MORRIS & CO CIRCA 1880 SATiNWOOD PEDESTAL DESK

$18,537
Old 19th Century School Bench with Cast Iron Frame and Desk
Located in Udenhout, NL
Beautiful school bench and table with cast iron frame from the 19th Century. Recuperated out of France.
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French Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Old 19th Century School Bench with Cast Iron Frame and Desk
Old 19th Century School Bench with Cast Iron Frame and Desk

Old 19th Century School Bench with Cast Iron Frame and Desk

$2,094
Louis XVI Style Tulipwood Bureau Plat
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular top with inset deep burgundy leather with bronze outer border over three drawers and opposing false drawers raised on cabriole legs and sabot feet. With key.
Category

French Louis XV Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Style Tulipwood Bureau Plat
Louis XVI Style Tulipwood Bureau Plat

Louis XVI Style Tulipwood Bureau Plat

$9,800
Swedish Country 3 Drawer Desk
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish country 3 drawer desk. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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Swedish Country Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Swedish Country 3 Drawer Desk
Swedish Country 3 Drawer Desk

Swedish Country 3 Drawer Desk

$1,895
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Table combines classic architecture with modern sensibilities creating a table that can be used for a wide variety of purposes, all while...
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French Louis XVI Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Table
19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Table

19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Writing Table

$3,980
Maison Lalande Mahogany Library Furniture, Paris, 1890-1900
By Maison Lalande
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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...
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French Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Maison Lalande Mahogany Library Furniture, Paris, 1890-1900
Maison Lalande Mahogany Library Furniture, Paris, 1890-1900

Maison Lalande Mahogany Library Furniture, Paris, 1890-1900

$145,000
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 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood & Brown Leather
Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood & Brown Leather

Antique Victorian Watchmakers Desk Georgian Taste Hardwood & Brown Leather

$2,677
Stunning Victorian 1880 Marble Topped Satinwood Console or Writing Table Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely lovely light satinwood writing console table with twin drawers and solid marble top A good looking and well made piece, the timb...
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English Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Marble

Stunning Victorian 1880 Marble Topped Satinwood Console or Writing Table Desk
Stunning Victorian 1880 Marble Topped Satinwood Console or Writing Table Desk

Stunning Victorian 1880 Marble Topped Satinwood Console or Writing Table Desk

$1,649
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 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

VR Stamped Victoria Regina Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Victorian, 1860
VR Stamped Victoria Regina Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Victorian, 1860

VR Stamped Victoria Regina Hardwood Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Victorian, 1860

$2,540
Antique French Inlaid Bureau Plat Desk
Located in London, GB
An absolutely exquisite antique French inlaid bureau plat desk. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1880-1890 period. It is one of ...
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French Louis XVI Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Inlaid Bureau Plat Desk
Antique French Inlaid Bureau Plat Desk

Antique French Inlaid Bureau Plat Desk

$2,265
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Freestanding Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian inlaid mahogany freestanding desk the superstructure having the original brass gallery to the breakfront top above an arched mirror backed reces...
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English Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Other

Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Freestanding Desk
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Freestanding Desk

Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Freestanding Desk

$5,760
Antique French Empire Revival Cylinder Bureau 19th Century
Located in London, GB
An Empire Revival mahogany and parcel gilt cylinder bureau, Circa 1880 in date. The panelled roll top enclosing a green inset leather writing surface and an arrangement of drawers a...
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French Empire Revival Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Antique French Empire Revival Cylinder Bureau 19th Century
Antique French Empire Revival Cylinder Bureau 19th Century

Antique French Empire Revival Cylinder Bureau 19th Century

$4,599
French Louis XV Style Blackened and Gilt Bureau Plat
Located in TOURCOING, FR
This elegant bureau plat features a beautifully shaped serpentine form, crafted in blackened wood with delicate gilt bronze mounts and ornate detailing. The desk is topped with a gla...
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French Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XV Style Blackened and Gilt Bureau Plat
French Louis XV Style Blackened and Gilt Bureau Plat

French Louis XV Style Blackened and Gilt Bureau Plat

$3,350
19th Century Fine Quality Burr Walnut desk
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Seaford, GB
19th Century Burr Walnut Desk –  Elegance and Victorian Craftsmanship Discover the unmatched charm and sophistication of our 19th-century figured burr walnut twin pedestal desk, a f...
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Victorian Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century Fine Quality Burr Walnut desk
19th Century Fine Quality Burr Walnut desk

19th Century Fine Quality Burr Walnut desk

$3,432
Louis XV Style Reading Table Attributed to H. Dasson, France, Circa 1885
By Henry Dasson
Located in PARIS, FR
Charming Louis XV style reading table attributed to H. Dasson. It opens on one side by a compartmental drawer and by a sliding shelf, forming a writing board and being able to switch...
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French Louis XV Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Louis XV Style Reading Table Attributed to H. Dasson, France, Circa 1885
Louis XV Style Reading Table Attributed to H. Dasson, France, Circa 1885

Louis XV Style Reading Table Attributed to H. Dasson, France, Circa 1885

$18,429 Sale Price
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French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Mask Louis XIII Style
Located in Labrit, Landes
Writing table or desk Henri II (also named Louis XIII style) 19th century with lion masque drawer handle Table height: 27.56 in. (70 cm) Hand carved oak R...
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French Louis XIII Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Mask Louis XIII Style
French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Mask Louis XIII Style

French 19th Century Writing Table Carved Oak Desk Lion Mask Louis XIII Style

$1,771
French 19th Century Writing Table on Wheels Carved Walnut Desk English Style
Located in Labrit, Landes
Writing table or desk made of walnut in the french late 19th century. This table was stripped by our cabinet maker and the wood is raw to enhance its patina. Height between the roof ...
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French Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Writing Table on Wheels Carved Walnut Desk English Style
French 19th Century Writing Table on Wheels Carved Walnut Desk English Style

French 19th Century Writing Table on Wheels Carved Walnut Desk English Style

$1,735
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Desk ~ Bureau Plat
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Desk ~ Bureau Plat is a beautifully preserved historical piece the design for which has inspired furniture makers since the middle of the 18th cen...
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French Louis XV Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Desk ~ Bureau Plat
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Desk ~ Bureau Plat

19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Desk ~ Bureau Plat

$9,800
"Japonisme" Writing-Table by G. Viardot, France, circa 1880
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful "Japonisme" writing table opening with a belt drawer with engraved decoration of bamboo and flowers and decorated with openwork leafy friezes in bronze, forming a writing tablet covered in velvet. It rests on four feet mounted at the corners of lion masks in gilded bronze and joined by an openwork spacer, and ending in lion paws. It is topped with a molded Griotte marble. Biography : Gabriel Viardot (1830-1906) career began as a wood carver and he produced small furniture, sculpturally carved with naturalistic motifs and animals. In the 1855 Exposition Universelle in Paris, his finely sculpted objects were well received. However, with the increasing importation of similarly produced Swiss and German articles, he found less opportunity for these and decided to inovate. G. Viardot succeded to his father’s business in 1861 installed rue Rambuteau in Paris. Around 1870 he turned to the idea of producing « Meubles genre Chinois et Japonais ». The taste in Europe for exotic furniture...
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French Japonisme Antique 1880s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

"Japonisme" Writing-Table by G. Viardot, France, circa 1880
"Japonisme" Writing-Table by G. Viardot, France, circa 1880

"Japonisme" Writing-Table by G. Viardot, France, circa 1880

$8,137

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