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Antique Victorian Mahogany Kneehole Pedestal Desk C1880
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Kneehole Pedestal Desk C1880

19th century
Sold 3 May 2025 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Kneehole Desk and dating from around 1880. Co strutted from quality mahogany it has a cross banded and moulded edge to the top above a single drawer to the centre flanked on either side by four graduating drawers to each pedestal. Each drawer being mahogany lined with original carved mahogany handles. To the kneehole is a panelled moulded door with working key and with internal shelf. It is raised on a plinth base on castors and is in one piece.

MEASURES: 30” HIGH X 22” DEEP X 49.5” WIDE

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the charm and character of the period. Our furniture is cleaned and polished using traditional waxing methods.

DELIVERY WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
126cm (49.61")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1080874
Dealers Internal Reference
W3342/7.1
Dealers Notes

FULL REFUND GUARANTEE

WE FULL UNDERSTAND THAT BUYING ON THE INTERNET CAN BE A DAUNTING EXPERIENCE AND FOR THIS REASON WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY FOR YOU TO HAVE A PIECE DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME AND IF FOR ANY REASON YOU ARE UNHAPPY WITH IT ON ARRIVAL we will give a full refund on any item, provided you let us know within 7 days of delivery and provided the item is returned to us in its original condition. (You will only need to pay for the courier charges for delivery and return).

Where we offer 'free delivery' we will include this in the refund and therefore you would only need to pay the return courier fee.

UNDER THE DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO RETURN YOUR ITEM WITHIN 7 DAYS FROM THE DAY AFTER RECEIPT OF DELIVERY

WE SELL QUALITY ANTIQUE FURNITURE AT TRADE PRICES

MIKE & MARIA AT

CASTLEFORGE ANTIQUES LTD

PLEASE CALL FOR A CHAT AND TO DISCUSS ANY REQUIREMENTS OR QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.

01423 561334/07884 377373

Description
Antique Victorian Mahogany Kneehole Desk and dating from around 1880.
“
Co strutted from quality mahogany it has a cross banded and moulded edge to the top above a single drawer to the centre flanked on either side by four graduating drawers to each pedestal.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

Each drawer being mahogany lined with original carved mahogany handles. To the kneehole is a panelled moulded door with working key and with internal shelf. It is raised on a plinth base on castors and is in one piece.

fig 1. An antique Victorian mahogany pedestal desk featuring a central kneehole cupboard flanked by multiple stacked drawers and a raised backboard.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Kneehole Pedestal Desk C1880

MEASURES: 30” HIGH X 22” DEEP X 49.5” WIDE

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the charm and character of the period. Our furniture is cleaned and polished using traditional waxing methods.

fig 2. An antique Victorian mahogany pedestal desk featuring a central kneehole cupboard flanked by multiple stacked drawers and a raised backboard.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Mahogany Kneehole Pedestal Desk C1880

DELIVERY WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the Victorian era.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
126cm (49.61")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1080874
Dealers Internal Ref
W3342/7.1
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Castleforge Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
Verified Since Jul 2008
Items For Sale 185
Items Sold 6,487
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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Location: Four lane Ends Farm, Skipton Rd (A59), Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2BX
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An antique Victorian mahogany pedestal desk featuring a central kneehole cupboard flanked by multiple stacked drawers and a raised backboard.
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN MAHOGANY KNEEHOLE PEDESTAL DESK C1880
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsKneehole configuration, Carved drawer pulls, Raised back gallery, Plinth bases
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 126 cm (50 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Victorian desks, produced during the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901), are characterised by solid construction, utilitarian functionality, and the heavy use of dense timbers such as mahogany and walnut, often featuring elaborate hand-carved details.

These desks were typically constructed using dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak for the primary framework and drawer linings, often complemented by brass hardware and occasionally leather writing inserts.

Authentic pieces display period construction techniques including hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, traditional timber shrinkage patterns, patination consistent with age, and absence of modern mechanical fixings.

An antique pedestal desk acts as a strong focal point in a modern study or living space, pairing effectively with minimalist contemporary seating and clean lighting to create a balanced transitional aesthetic.

Maintain antique timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the wood.
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