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Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality
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Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

1900 - 1920
Sold 9 February 2025 · ActFurniture LTD
This “Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality” found a buyer.

It was listed by ActFurniture LTD. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

This antique 20th-century single pedestal desk, crafted from oak, is a distinctive and rare piece, featuring a very unusual small design. Perfect for those looking for a compact yet elegant desk, it offers exceptional quality and remains in great condition, showcasing the enduring craftsmanship of its time.

The desk is fitted with four drawers on the right-hand side, each with its original wooden handles, maintaining the piece’s classic appeal. The stunning grain and golden colour of the oak enhance its natural beauty, adding warmth and character to the piece.

Standing on tapered legs, the desk combines a sleek and refined aesthetic with practical functionality. Ideal for smaller spaces or home offices, this desk is both a functional and stylish addition to any room, exuding timeless charm and sophistication.

Product Reference : AF - 3651

Measurements : 90cm Width x 50cm Depth x 68.5cm Height [ 60.5cm Knee Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Small Oak Desk to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
68.5cm (26.97")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1122200
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-3651
Description
This antique 20th-century single pedestal desk, crafted from oak, is a distinctive and rare piece, featuring a very unusual small design.
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Perfect for those looking for a compact yet elegant desk, it offers exceptional quality and remains in great condition, showcasing the enduring craftsmanship of its time.
ActFurniture LTD
fig 1. A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
fig 1. Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

The desk is fitted with four drawers on the right-hand side, each with its original wooden handles, maintaining the piece’s classic appeal. The stunning grain and golden colour of the oak enhance its natural beauty, adding warmth and character to the piece.

fig 2. A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
fig 2. Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

Standing on tapered legs, the desk combines a sleek and refined aesthetic with practical functionality. Ideal for smaller spaces or home offices, this desk is both a functional and stylish addition to any room, exuding timeless charm and sophistication.

fig 3. A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
fig 3. Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

Product Reference : AF - 3651

Measurements : 90cm Width x 50cm Depth x 68.5cm Height [ 60.5cm Knee Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

fig 4. A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
fig 4. Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 5. A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
fig 5. Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 6. A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
fig 6. Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 7. A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
fig 7. Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland - 

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

fig 8. A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
fig 8. Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk of Fine Quality

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Payment via cash on collection is highly preferred.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Small Oak Desk to the Edwardian era.

Height
68.5cm (26.97")
Width
90cm (35.43")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1122200
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-3651
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the ActFurniture LTD Profile Page

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A small brown oak desk featuring a single bank of four drawers on the right and slender tapered legs.
Antique 20th Century Small Oak Desk Of Fine Quality
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEarly 20th Century
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSingle pedestal drawers, Recessed drawer handles, Slender tapered legs, Arched apron
  • SizeH 68.5 cm (27 in) x W 90 cm (35 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

Twentieth-century oak desks often combine functional utility with traditional woodworking techniques, reflecting simplified historic revival styles or early modern utilitarian designs.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid oak or oak veneers, featuring traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon frames and dovetailed drawer construction.

Authenticity is indicated by period-appropriate hardware, hand-cut joinery marks, natural timber ageing, and construction methods consistent with early to mid-20th-century cabinet making.

Pairing the warm wooden tones with contemporary seating and minimal accessories creates a balanced workspace that bridges historic character with modern functionality.

Maintain oak furniture by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying natural beeswax to nourish the timber.
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