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Victorian Small Walnut Pedestal Desk with Leather Tooled Gilt Border Skiver Circa 1870 (19th Century)
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Victorian Small Walnut Pedestal Desk with Leather Tooled Gilt Border Skiver Circa 1870 (19th Century)

19th century
Sold 7 September 2025 · Leeds Antiques
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A Victorian period small walnut desk, circa 1870. Solid walnut with oblong shaped top, inset with plum coloured leather tooled and gilt skiver. Thumb moulded edge. Frieze with row of three drawers, raised on twin pedestal banks of four drawers, flanking a kneehole. All drawers with pairs of ebonies turned wooden handles, brass escutcheon, and lock. Pedestals on square plinth bases.

A charming and very attractive desk, in good condition and ready for use.

Dimensions:

This desk measures approximately 77.5 cm (30.5") tall, 107 cm (42") wide, 51.75 cm (20.375") deep, and the kneehole clearance is 65 cm (25.5") tall by 44 cm (17.25") wide.

Condition:

Please see the pictures for details of the items condition. - This desk is in good condition, commensurate with its age, and is structurally very sound and sturdy. Some marks and blemishes, signs of use and wear in keeping with age. Fully serviced and fully working. Cleaned and waxed polished. Ready for use. - As with all vintage & antique furniture there will be signs of use, marks, wear & tear, etc.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77.5cm (30.51")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
51.8cm (20.39")
Declaration

Leeds Antiques has dated this Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1145586
Dealers Internal Reference
LA01000013
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Description
A Victorian period small walnut desk, circa 1870. Solid walnut with oblong shaped top, inset with plum coloured leather tooled and gilt skiver. Thumb moulded edge.
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Frieze with row of three drawers, raised on twin pedestal banks of four drawers, flanking a kneehole.
Leeds Antiques

All drawers with pairs of ebonies turned wooden handles, brass escutcheon, and lock. Pedestals on square plinth bases.

fig 1. A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border.
fig 1. Victorian Small Walnut Pedestal Desk with Leather Tooled Gilt Border Skiver Circa 1870 (19th Century)

A charming and very attractive desk, in good condition and ready for use.

Dimensions:

This desk measures approximately 77.5 cm (30.5") tall, 107 cm (42") wide, 51.75 cm (20.375") deep, and the kneehole clearance is 65 cm (25.5") tall by 44 cm (17.25") wide.

fig 2. A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border.
fig 2. Victorian Small Walnut Pedestal Desk with Leather Tooled Gilt Border Skiver Circa 1870 (19th Century)

Condition:

Please see the pictures for details of the items condition. - This desk is in good condition, commensurate with its age, and is structurally very sound and sturdy. Some marks and blemishes, signs of use and wear in keeping with age. Fully serviced and fully working. Cleaned and waxed polished. Ready for use. - As with all vintage & antique furniture there will be signs of use, marks, wear & tear, etc.

Height
77.5cm (30.51")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
51.8cm (20.39")
Date of Manufacture

Leeds Antiques has dated this Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1145586
Dealers Internal Ref
LA01000013
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Archive I A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Small Walnut Pedestal Desk with Leather Tooled Gilt Border Skiver Circa 1870 (19th Century)

Archive II A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View II
Archive III A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View III
Archive IV A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View IV
Archive V A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View V
Archive VI A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View IX
Archive X A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View X
Archive XI A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View XIII
Archive XIV A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border. View XIV
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A Victorian walnut pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with dark wooden knobs and an inset plum-coloured leather top with a gilt-tooled border.
Victorian Small Walnut Pedestal Desk with Leather Tooled Gilt Border Skiver circa 1870 (19th Century)
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsKneehole configuration, Inset leather skiver, Turned wooden drawer pulls, Gilt-tooled border
  • SizeH 77.5 cm (31 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 51.8 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Leather skivers should be cleaned gently with a dry or barely damp cloth and treated periodically with specialized leather conservation wax to prevent drying and cracking while preserving the gilt tooling.

Pairing a traditional wooden desk with modern minimalist seating creates a striking contrast that anchors a home office, study, or living space with classic architectural character.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-specific construction details including hand-cut dovetails, secondary softwood drawer linings, traditional patina on the wood surfaces, and original brass or wooden locks.

These desks were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as walnut or mahogany, featuring dovetailed drawer joints, hand-turned wooden knobs, and inset leather skivers with gold-tooled borders.

Victorian pedestal desks gained immense popularity during the 19th century as domestic and professional studies became standard in British homes, reflecting a growing emphasis on administration and literacy.
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