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Oak Pedestal Desk

1900 - 1920
Sold 20 May 2025 · Worboys Antiques
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Description

Solid oak pedestal desk having a green leather top with a central drawer flanked by a further four graduated drawers to each side having brass handles,raised on a plinth base .The back of the desk is finished so it could be free standing, the measurements of the pedestal are 55 cm wide by 60 cm high

Height

77 cm / 30 1/2"

Width

137.5 cm / 54 1/4"

Depth

75.5 cm / 29 "

Good Condition Re polished With A Replacement Leather

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Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Pedestal Desk to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
137.5cm (54.13")
Depth
75.5cm (29.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1139692
Dealers Internal Reference
378177
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Description
Solid oak pedestal desk having a green leather top with a central drawer flanked by a further four graduated drawers to each side having brass handles,raised on a plinth base .
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The back of the desk is finished so it could be free standing, the measurements of the pedestal are 55 cm wide by 60 cm high.
Worboys Antiques
fig 1. An antique oak pedestal desk featuring a green leather top with gold tooling and multiple drawers with brass drop handles.
fig 1. Oak Pedestal Desk

Height

77 cm / 30 1/2"

Width

137.5 cm / 54 1/4"

Depth

75.5 cm / 29 "

Good Condition Re polished With A Replacement Leather

Please note that not all items are on display in our showrooms and may be in our off-site store. If you wish to see specific items please notify us before visiting so that we can ensure the item(s) are available to view.

Date of Manufacture

Worboys Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Pedestal Desk to the 1900s.

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
137.5cm (54.13")
Depth
75.5cm (29.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1139692
Dealers Internal Ref
378177
Worboys Antiques
Worboys Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2005

Established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture.

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Worboys Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Worboys Antiques

Worboys Antiques
Telephone 01494 931812
Location
86 London End
Beaconsfield
Buckinghamshire
HP9 2JD
United Kingdom

By appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wa
Verified Since Jul 2005
Items For Sale 194
Items Sold 6,475
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An antique oak pedestal desk featuring a green leather top with gold tooling and multiple drawers with brass drop handles.
Oak Pedestal Desk
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An antique oak pedestal desk featuring a green leather top with gold tooling and multiple drawers with brass drop handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Edwardian
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsInset leather top, Brass drop handles, Panelled drawers, Plinth base
  • SizeH 77 cm (30 in) x W 137.5 cm (54 in) x D 75.5 cm (30 in)

FAQs

Pedestal desks evolved during the 18th century in Britain, transitioning from writing cabinets to large freestanding furniture pieces designed for studies and libraries.

They are typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, featuring dovetailed drawer construction, brass drop handles, and inset leather writing surfaces with gold tooling.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the hand-cut dovetailing, traditional timber shrinkage, original brass hardware, secondary woods used in drawer linings, and the overall wear consistent with age.

Such pieces serve as functional focal points in contemporary home offices, contrasting effectively with minimalist decor or anchoring a traditional study design.

Maintenance involves regular dusting with a soft cloth, conditioning the timber with appropriate beeswax, and treating the leather insert with specialised leather balm to prevent drying and cracking.
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