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Victorian Carlton House Desk by Howard & Sons
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Victorian Carlton House Desk by Howard & Sons

19th century
Sold 23 August 2025 · William Rand Antiques
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A very good late Victorian flame mahogany Carlton House desk by Howard and Sons of Berners Street, London. Drawers stamped. Standing on four tapered legs with original brass castors.

Offered in excellent condition throughout, with red leather inset writing surface.

Ivory Submission reference : VUKYJ1DB

W: 54 inches

H: 40 inches

D: 26 inches

Height to knee hole is 24 and to desk surface 30 inches

Desk area is 31 x 16.5 inches

Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Victorian Carlton House Desk to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1147274
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Description
A very good late Victorian flame mahogany Carlton House desk by Howard and Sons of Berners Street, London. Drawers stamped. Standing on four tapered legs with original brass castors.

Offered in excellent condition throughout, with red leather inset writing surface.

Ivory Submission reference : VUKYJ1DB

W: 54 inches

H: 40 inches

D: 26 inches

Height to knee hole is 24 and to desk surface 30 inches

Desk area is 31 x 16.5 inches

Date of Manufacture

William Rand Antiques has dated this Victorian Carlton House Desk to the Victorian era.

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1147274
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Archive I A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Carlton House Desk by Howard & Sons

Archive II A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View II
Archive III A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View III
Archive IV A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View IV
Archive V A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View V
Archive VI A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View IX
Archive X A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View X
Archive XI A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs. View XIII
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A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs.
Victorian Carlton House Desk by Howard & Sons
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A Victorian mahogany Carlton House desk featuring a fitted superstructure with multiple small drawers, a leather-lined writing surface, and four tapering legs.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFitted superstructure drawers, Leather writing surface, Brass drawer pulls, Tapering legs
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 1 cm (0 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

A Carlton House desk is a distinctive type of writing table featuring a curved superstructure fitted with numerous small drawers and compartments, originating in the late 18th century and popularised during the Victorian era.

These desks were traditionally crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, frequently featuring hand-tooled leather writing surfaces and cast-brass hardware.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period construction methods such as hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction, timber shrinkage consistent with age, and maker marks or stamps from reputable cabinet makers.

An antique desk functions effectively as a focal point in a home study or living space, paired with a complementary vintage or contemporary chair to create a balanced study area.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber fading, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood finish.
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