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Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Large Oak Twin Pedestal Desk
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Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Large Oak Twin Pedestal Desk

19th century
Sold 26 March 2025 · Prior and Willis
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Antique 19th Century Large Oak Twin Pedestal Desk – Victorian Writing or Dressing Table

A fine quality 19th-century oak twin pedestal desk, perfect as a writing or dressing table. This elegant Victorian-era piece showcases a rich patina, beautiful age, and character, with VR crown-marked locks, highlighting its quality craftsmanship.

Product Details:

Dimensions: 138cm (W) x 69cm (D) x 75cm (H) | Knee Hole – 58.5cm high

Condition: Very good antique condition, with minor historic knocks, marks, imperfections, repairs, and alterations, all typical of functional antique furniture. No loose joints, and the ash-lined drawers slide freely.

Additional Notes: A few historic extinct woodworm holes, treated as a precaution. Locks untested, no keys included.

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Stock No. 8666

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Oak Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

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****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique 19th Century Large Oak Twin Pedestal Desk – Victorian Writing or Dressing Table

A fine quality 19th-century oak twin pedestal desk, perfect as a writing or dressing table.

“
This elegant Victorian-era piece showcases a rich patina, beautiful age, and character, with VR crown-marked locks, highlighting its quality craftsmanship.
Prior and Willis
fig 1. An antique 19th-century oak twin pedestal desk featuring a rectangular top above multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass drop handles.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Large Oak Twin Pedestal Desk

Product Details:

Dimensions: 138cm (W) x 69cm (D) x 75cm (H) | Knee Hole – 58.5cm high

Condition: Very good antique condition, with minor historic knocks, marks, imperfections, repairs, and alterations, all typical of functional antique furniture. No loose joints, and the ash-lined drawers slide freely.

fig 2. An antique 19th-century oak twin pedestal desk featuring a rectangular top above multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass drop handles.
fig 2. Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Large Oak Twin Pedestal Desk

Additional Notes: A few historic extinct woodworm holes, treated as a precaution. Locks untested, no keys included.

Shipping & Returns:

30-day, no-quibble money-back guarantee.

Competitive UK & worldwide door-to-door shipping available.

Stock No. 8666

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Oak Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1129692
Dealers Internal Ref
8666
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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Telephone 07866 705199
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Kings Lynn
Norfolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/westnorfolk
Verified Since Jan 2015
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An antique 19th-century oak twin pedestal desk featuring a rectangular top above multiple graduated drawers fitted with brass drop handles.
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Large Oak Twin Pedestal Desk
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTwin pedestals, Graduated drawers, Brass drop handles, Panelled sides

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Twin pedestal desks evolved during the 18th and 19th centuries to meet the growing administrative needs of offices, libraries, and studies, often featuring substantial storage and robust construction.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, utilising hand-cut dovetail joints for drawers and mortise-and-tenon framing for structural stability.

Authenticity is usually determined by inspecting the secondary timbers, hand-cut dovetailing, period-appropriate hardware, and natural signs of age and wear within the drawer construction.

An antique pedestal desk can serve as a striking focal point in a home office or study, contrasting effectively against contemporary minimalist seating and neutral walls.

To preserve the finish, keep wooden furniture out of direct sunlight, maintain stable room humidity, and periodically apply appropriate beeswax to nourish the timber.
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