Antique Victorian walnut desk with black leather writing surface above 2 mahogany drawers

High-quality Victorian walnut desk, with a black leather writing surface above 2 mahogany drawers and a rounded, carved corner, all with finely carved, turned, and cane legs ending in original brass casters. Polished on all sides. This antique writing desk is ready for use in your home. 

Beautiful antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Currently, there is a growing number of enthusiasts for high-quality vintage items that possess a distinct character and soul. It’s a nod to history, craftsmanship, and the design of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its own distinctive features. 

Many styles characterize antique furniture, but a few are particularly prominent. Eclectic furniture refers to the 19th century, marked by the prevailing Biedermeier style. Its early 20th-century variants include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. Toward the end of the century, these styles evolved into pseudo-classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. 

Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the late 18th to early 19th century, inspired by Napoleon’s reign. This style features significant similarities and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation. 

Neoclassical furniture, associated with Louis XVI, also draws heavily from ancient architecture. All antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles are particularly interesting and noteworthy. The Baroque style, derived from the Portuguese word 'barocco'—meaning an irregularly developed pearl—was characterized by very elaborate, ostentatious furniture designed to shine with splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Exclusive materials were selectively used to emphasize the grandeur of these pieces even more.  

Today, we can observe how much the Baroque style influenced modern classic furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical era. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture design. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and massive, often using brown stains, with moldings, strong bases, and relief carvings. These products were quite distinctive but also opened new possibilities, such as the construction of cabinets or broadly defined chest furniture. Additionally, mythology and ancient times inspired these designs, with supports and legs taking animal forms.  

Lion paws, eagle heads—these are common motifs in Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands reproduce furniture inspired by Italian and French artisans, paying homage to and preserving the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It’s important to remember that furniture production was perceived differently in each country, and each style had its unique character. This is especially important when searching for an elegant antique that suits your interior. 

The key aspect of elite antique furniture is originality. Ultimately, this is crucial for buyers, as many counterfeits circulate on the market. Luxury Products provides documentation confirming the product’s authenticity and compliance with the description and photos. We also have appraisers, art experts, historians, and specialists from around the world at your disposal.