Collection: Antique Writing Desks

Our antique writing desks range from compact bonheur du jour cabinets — the elegant ladies' writing desk of the 18th and 19th centuries, typically French in origin with fitted interiors, ormolu mounts, and Vernis Martin or kingwood veneers — through to substantial Georgian mahogany bureau bookcases with fitted interiors, pigeonholes, and secret drawers. We also carry Edwardian satinwood painted writing tables, Victorian cylinder desks, elegant bureau plats in the French manner, and the occasional Victorian writing desk. Whether you are searching for a Georgian writing desk or a decorative French example, our collection changes regularly.

Many buyers are specifically looking for an antique writing desk with drawers, combining useful storage with a practical writing surface. We also stock examples of the traditional antique bureau desk, a timeless form that combines writing, organisation, and display within a single piece.

If you are looking to buy an antique writing desk in the UK, you are purchasing directly from specialists with three generations of hands-on expertise. Our collection includes pieces sought after by collectors, interior designers, and buyers searching for a quality antique writing desk UK customers can purchase with confidence. We describe condition accurately — veneer stability, fitted interior completeness, hardware originality, and any restoration clearly stated. White-glove personal delivery is included to the UK mainland, and we are happy to hold items securely after payment.

Cannot find the right piece? We actively source antique writing desks for sale and bureaux on behalf of clients — tell us your period preference, approximate dimensions, and budget, and we will keep an eye out at auctions, fairs, and private sales.