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Mid 19th Century Mahogany Desk
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Mid 19th Century Mahogany Desk

19th century
Sold 10 February 2025 · Treasury Antiques
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Description

A lovely slender mid 19th century mahogany pedestal desk with a great leather.

Kneehole 59.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Treasury Antiques has dated this Mid Nineteenth Century Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
72.5cm (28.54")
Width
124cm (48.82")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1039016
Dealers Internal Reference
427
Dealers Notes

We are happy to answer any questions so please call us on 07969635908 or 07910111592. You will also find us on Instagram at treasuryantiques.We are open by appointment at our workshop in Wiltshire so do please call if you’d like to come and see our stock. Based near Bath, Owen and Lucia have a wide range of decorative antiques and furniture and are passionate about sourcing beautiful and interesting pieces for your home.

With many years of experience in interior decorating and in the antiques trade between them. Owen as both a dealer and conservator is a graduate of the prestigious West Dean College, and as a result Treasury Antiques takes a light approach to conservation and restores pieces only where necessary. Lucia, with many years of experience in the decorative interiors world is constantly looking for beautiful, quirky and individual pieces to add character to any home.

do please contact us with any queries you may have.

Description
A lovely slender mid 19th century mahogany pedestal desk with a great leather.

Kneehole 59.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Treasury Antiques has dated this Mid Nineteenth Century Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Height
72.5cm (28.54")
Width
124cm (48.82")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1039016
Dealers Internal Ref
427
Treasury Antiques
Treasury Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2021

Sourcing beautiful antique furniture and decorative pieces for your home

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Treasury Antiques

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Wiltshire
United Kingdom

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A mid 19th century mahogany pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers and a leather writing surface.
Mid 19th century mahogany desk
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A mid 19th century mahogany pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers and a leather writing surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsInset leather top, Pedestal drawer banks, Ring pull hardware, Plinth bases
  • SizeH 72.5 cm (29 in) x W 124 cm (49 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

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Pedestal desks gained immense popularity during the 19th century as administrative roles expanded and home studies became standard features in middle and upper-class residences. These pieces were designed to provide ample storage through multiple drawers whilst offering a formal writing surface.

These desks were typically constructed from solid timber frames with mahogany veneers applied to surfaces for visual richness. Traditional joinery such as dovetailing was universally employed in drawer construction, alongside hand-tooled leather inserts on the desktop.

Authenticity is determined by examining construction techniques, such as hand-cut dovetails, timber shrinkage patterns, and the presence of secondary woods like pine or oak within drawer linings. Patina accumulated through decades of use also serves as a strong indicator of age.

Pairing a traditional wooden desk with contemporary minimalist seating creates a balanced contrast in a modern workspace. Keeping the surface uncluttered allows the natural grain and craftsmanship of the timber to serve as a focal point.

Maintain antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting and fading. Clean surfaces using a dry or slightly damp cloth and occasionally apply a quality beeswax polish to nourish the wood.
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