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Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Pedestal Desk
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Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Pedestal Desk

1900 - 1920
Sold 5 February 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

A very impressive and extremely well made antique mahogany Chippendale style pedestal desk. This is in the famous Chippendale style, it was made in England and dates from the 1900-20’s.

It is of superb quality and is a great size, with a wide knee hole. The inset leather top is gold tooled and has a beautiful patina, the top, middle and lower edges are beautifully carved with intricate beading. The front edges are canted and grooved, high quality brass handles and this sits on claw and ball legs. The back is nicely finished and the top lifts right off, so this can break down into three pieces for ease of transport. The mahogany grain patterns and colour tones are stunning throughout.

We have had this recently polished, the condition is excellent for its age. There is just some minor wear here and there beneath the polish, commensurate for age and all part of the character.

Width – 60 inches , 153 cm

Depth – 36 inches , 92 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 62 cm

Knee width – 25 inches , 63 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
92cm (36.22")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Chippendale Style Pedestal Desk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1146287
Dealers Internal Reference
10541
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Description
A very impressive and extremely well made antique mahogany Chippendale style pedestal desk. This is in the famous Chippendale style, it was made in England and dates from the 1900-20’s.

It is of superb quality and is a great size, with a wide knee hole.

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The inset leather top is gold tooled and has a beautiful patina, the top, middle and lower edges are beautifully carved with intricate beading.
Marylebone Antiques

The front edges are canted and grooved, high quality brass handles and this sits on claw and ball legs. The back is nicely finished and the top lifts right off, so this can break down into three pieces for ease of transport. The mahogany grain patterns and colour tones are stunning throughout.

fig 1. An antique mahogany pedestal desk with a brown leather top, multiple drawers, and carved ball-and-claw feet.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Pedestal Desk

We have had this recently polished, the condition is excellent for its age. There is just some minor wear here and there beneath the polish, commensurate for age and all part of the character.

Width – 60 inches , 153 cm

Depth – 36 inches , 92 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 62 cm

Knee width – 25 inches , 63 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
92cm (36.22")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Chippendale Style Pedestal Desk to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1146287
Dealers Internal Ref
10541
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique mahogany pedestal desk with a brown leather top, multiple drawers, and carved ball-and-claw feet.
Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Pedestal Desk
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An antique mahogany pedestal desk with a brown leather top, multiple drawers, and carved ball-and-claw feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChippendale
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBall and claw feet, Carved edge detailing, Brass drop handles, Tooled leather inset
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 153 cm (60 in) x D 92 cm (36 in)

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The Chippendale style, popular during the mid-to-late 18th century, is characterised by elaborate carving, ball-and-claw feet, and influences from Gothic, Rococo, and Chinese aesthetics adapted by cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale.

These desks are traditionally constructed from dense tropical hardwoods like mahogany, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, solid brass hardware, and inset tooled leather writing surfaces.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the timber for age-related patina, checking drawer construction for hand-cut dovetailing, examining tool marks on secondary woods, and verifying the wear patterns around the handles and feet.

A traditional pedestal desk can ground a modern room by adding textural contrast when paired with minimalist contemporary seating, abstract art, and streamlined lighting.

Preservation involves keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood, and avoiding silicone-based polishes.
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