Antique Desks, Writing Tables & Accessories

6 products

6 products
Louis XVI Revival Bonheur Du Jour, By Diehl, 19th-century, Napoleon III, mahogany and ormolu, by Charles Guillaume Diehl
Alternative view of the Louis XVI Revival Bonheur Du Jour, By Diehl, 19th-century, Napoleon III, mahogany and ormolu
Louis XVI Revival Bonheur Du Jour | By Diehl
£25,000.00
Ham House George I Burr Walnut Bureau, 18th-century, oak and brass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Ham House George I Burr Walnut Bureau, 18th-century, oak and brass
Ham House George I Burr Walnut Bureau
£18,500.00
George I Walnut Kneehole Desk, 18th-century, Queen Anne, brass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the George I Walnut Kneehole Desk, 18th-century, Queen Anne, brass
George I Walnut Kneehole Desk
£10,000.00
19th Century Rosewood Bureau Cabinet, Gillows, Regency, satinwood and brass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the 19th Century Rosewood Bureau Cabinet, Gillows, Regency, satinwood and brass
19th Century Rosewood Bureau Cabinet | Gillows
£9,500.00
Early 18th Century Figured Walnut Bureau Cabinet, circa 1720, Georgian, brass, shown in full – Nicholas Wells Antiques
Alternative view of the Early 18th Century Figured Walnut Bureau Cabinet, circa 1720, Georgian, brass
Early 18th Century Figured Walnut Bureau Cabinet
£5,900.00

The Elegance of Writing & Study

At Nwtiques, we present an exceptional collection of antique desks, writing tables, and accessories, representing the craftsmanship and refinement of English, French, and Continental design from the 18th to the 19th centuries. From immaculate Georgian pedestal desks to Regency and Victorian writing tables in richly figured mahogany and rosewood, each piece is selected for its rarity, elegance, and functionality.

Our collection also includes fine library tables, bureau bookcases, and metamorphic library steps—furniture designed not only for practicality but also to elevate the intellectual and artistic pursuits of their owners. Writing accessories such as inkwells, blotters, and reading stands further complete the ensemble, offering collectors timeless details of scholarship and taste.

Whether you are furnishing a library, study, or drawing room, Nwtiques provides unique examples that unite utility with artistic merit.


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What types of desks and writing tables do you offer?
A: We stock pedestal desks, Regency writing tables, library tables, bureau bookcases, and smaller portable desks, along with related accessories such as inkwells and reading stands.

Q: From what periods are your writing tables?
A: Our collection spans the 18th and 19th centuries, including Georgian, Regency, and Victorian examples, as well as rare Continental designs.

Q: What woods and materials are most common?
A: Mahogany, rosewood, and walnut dominate, often combined with fine brass mounts, gilt-tooled leather tops, or marquetry veneers.

Q: Are antique writing tables practical for modern use?
A: Yes. With proper care, they remain perfectly suited for contemporary use as desks or decorative statement pieces in libraries and studies.

Q: Do you also supply library steps and accessories?
A: Yes. We handle fine metamorphic library steps and writing accessories, essential to the traditional furnishing of grand libraries.

Q: How do you deliver large desks and library tables?
A: We use trusted specialist shippers who ensure secure, insured, and professional worldwide delivery.


✨ Explore our Antique Desks, Writing Tables & Accessories to discover timeless works of functional art, crafted for the elegant pursuit of reading and writing.

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