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Nineteenth Century Burr Oak Veneered Pedestal Desk by Holland and Sons
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Nineteenth Century Burr Oak Veneered Pedestal Desk by Holland and Sons

19th century
Sold 23 April 2025 · Reindeer Antiques
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A handsome mid Nineteenth Century burr oak veneered pedestal desk by Holland and Sons; the leathered top crossbanded in burr oak above pedestals which each have four graduated drawers which retain their original turned knob handles and Bramah locks; raised on a plinth base which conceals the original lignum vitae castors. The ends of the pedestals and the rear of the desk are panelled and the desk is finished all of the way around so it can be displayed free standing. Holland and Sons were one of the finest cabinet-making firms of mid Nineteenth Century London. They supplied furniture to Queen Victoria's homes at Osborne House, Windsor Castle and Balmoral. This desk is typical of their fine quality work. The drawers are beautifully lined in mahogany and they have chosen lovely burr oak veneers for the desk. The locks in the desk are by Bramah who also had a Royal warrant from Queen Victoria.

Circa: 1840

Date of Manufacture

Reindeer Antiques has dated this Burr Oak Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71.8cm (28.27")
Width
144.8cm (57.01")
Depth
83cm (32.68")
Reference Numbers
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SA1125688
Dealers Internal Reference
BA1140
Description
A handsome mid Nineteenth Century burr oak veneered pedestal desk by Holland and Sons; the leathered top crossbanded in burr oak above pedestals which each have four graduated drawers which retain their original turned knob handles and Bramah locks; raised on a plinth base which conceals the original lignum vitae castors.
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The ends of the pedestals and the rear of the desk are panelled and the desk is finished all of the way around so it can be displayed free standing.
Reindeer Antiques

Holland and Sons were one of the finest cabinet-making firms of mid Nineteenth Century London. They supplied furniture to Queen Victoria's homes at Osborne House, Windsor Castle and Balmoral. This desk is typical of their fine quality work. The drawers are beautifully lined in mahogany and they have chosen lovely burr oak veneers for the desk. The locks in the desk are by Bramah who also had a Royal warrant from Queen Victoria.

Circa: 1840

Date of Manufacture

Reindeer Antiques has dated this Burr Oak Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Height
71.8cm (28.27")
Width
144.8cm (57.01")
Depth
83cm (32.68")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1125688
Dealers Internal Ref
BA1140
Reindeer Antiques
Reindeer Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2019

Specialists in english antique furniture from the early seventeenth century to the early nineteenth century. Based on kensington church st.

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Archive I A nineteenth century pedestal desk featuring burr oak veneer, multiple drawers with wooden knob handles, and a red leather top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Nineteenth Century Burr Oak Veneered Pedestal Desk by Holland and Sons

Archive II A nineteenth century pedestal desk featuring burr oak veneer, multiple drawers with wooden knob handles, and a red leather top. View II
Archive III A nineteenth century pedestal desk featuring burr oak veneer, multiple drawers with wooden knob handles, and a red leather top. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth century pedestal desk featuring burr oak veneer, multiple drawers with wooden knob handles, and a red leather top. View IV
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81 Kensington Church Street
London
W8 4BG
United Kingdom
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Items Sold 283
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A nineteenth century pedestal desk featuring burr oak veneer, multiple drawers with wooden knob handles, and a red leather top.
Nineteenth Century burr oak veneered pedestal desk by Holland and Sons
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A nineteenth century pedestal desk featuring burr oak veneer, multiple drawers with wooden knob handles, and a red leather top.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBurr oak, Oak, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr oak veneer, Turned wooden knob handles, Inset leather writing surface, Plinth base
  • SizeH 71.8 cm (28 in) x W 144.8 cm (57 in) x D 83 cm (33 in)

FAQs

Nineteenth century pedestal desks typically feature a central writing surface flanked by two pedestals containing multiple drawers, often incorporating classical proportions and high-grade decorative veneers.

These pieces are traditionally constructed from solid framing timbers with decorative hardwood veneers, such as burr oak or walnut, applied over secondary woods, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints and inset leather writing surfaces.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate construction methods, hand-cut dovetails, traditional timber shrinkage, original brass or wooden hardware, and signs of age-appropriate oxidisation and wear.

A historic pedestal desk can be grounded in a modern workspace by pairing it with minimalist seating and contemporary lighting to highlight its material warmth and craftsmanship as a focal point.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to protect leather and timber, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood surface.
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