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Antique Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk by Howard & Sons
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Antique Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk by Howard & Sons

19th century
Sold 27 August 2024 · Marylebone Antiques
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A top quality antique Victorian solid walnut desk by renowned cabinet makers Howard & Sons. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1870-1890 period.

It is extremely well made and is a useful, fairly petite size. There are lovely original brass handles, this sits on two pedestals with plinth bases and rolls on casters. The inset leather top is a beautiful faded black, and is tooled around the edges. The back of this is also nicely finished, so it can be used as a free standing item.

We have recently had this re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age. The Howard & Sons stamp can be seen inside the top drawer.

Width – 45 inches , 114 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 59 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1037297
Dealers Internal Reference
7382
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Description
A top quality antique Victorian solid walnut desk by renowned cabinet makers Howard & Sons. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1870-1890 period.

It is extremely well made and is a useful, fairly petite size.

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There are lovely original brass handles, this sits on two pedestals with plinth bases and rolls on casters.
Marylebone Antiques

The inset leather top is a beautiful faded black, and is tooled around the edges. The back of this is also nicely finished, so it can be used as a free standing item.

fig 1. An overhead view of a Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring a dark leather top and multiple drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk by Howard & Sons

We have recently had this re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age. The Howard & Sons stamp can be seen inside the top drawer.

Width – 45 inches , 114 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 59 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
114cm (44.88")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1037297
Dealers Internal Ref
7382
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsInset leather top, Twin pedestals, Brass drop handles, Plinth bases
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 114 cm (45 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

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Victorian pedestal desks are characterised by substantial proportions, robust timber construction, and often feature inset leather writing surfaces accompanied by multiple graduated drawers.

These pieces were typically constructed using solid hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or oak, featuring dovetail joints on the drawers and hand-tooled leather writing surfaces.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetailing, traditional brass hardware, secondary softwood drawer linings, and natural age-related patination.

An antique desk functions effectively as a focal point in a contemporary home office, paired with minimalist seating to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern design.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber bleaching and leather fading, and applying periodic microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood.
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