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A Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Desk C1920
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A Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Desk C1920

1900 - 1920
Sold 11 July 2026 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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A Burr Walnut twin pedestal desk and dating from around 1920. This original pedestal desk has a gold embossed, leather writing surface and a cross banded and moulded edge to the top. It has a central drawer over the knee hole with two graduating drawers to each side on the pedestal, all of which are mahogany lined with original brass handles and keys. The desk has a carved moulded edge to the bottom and it has a polished back. It stands on cabriole legs on pad feet and the legs are carved to the shoulder.

Measures: Height: 30" x Depth: 26" x Width: 48"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
66.5cm (26.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1173044
Dealers Internal Reference
W3741/19.10
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WE FULL UNDERSTAND THAT BUYING ON THE INTERNET CAN BE A DAUNTING EXPERIENCE AND FOR THIS REASON WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY FOR YOU TO HAVE A PIECE DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME AND IF FOR ANY REASON YOU ARE UNHAPPY WITH IT ON ARRIVAL we will give a full refund on any item, provided you let us know within 7 days of delivery and provided the item is returned to us in its original condition. (You will only need to pay for the courier charges for delivery and return).

Where we offer 'free delivery' we will include this in the refund and therefore you would only need to pay the return courier fee.

UNDER THE DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS YOU ARE ENTITLED TO RETURN YOUR ITEM WITHIN 7 DAYS FROM THE DAY AFTER RECEIPT OF DELIVERY

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CASTLEFORGE ANTIQUES LTD

PLEASE CALL FOR A CHAT AND TO DISCUSS ANY REQUIREMENTS OR QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.

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Description
A Burr Walnut twin pedestal desk and dating from around 1920.
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This original pedestal desk has a gold embossed, leather writing surface and a cross banded and moulded edge to the top.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

It has a central drawer over the knee hole with two graduating drawers to each side on the pedestal, all of which are mahogany lined with original brass handles and keys. The desk has a carved moulded edge to the bottom and it has a polished back. It stands on cabriole legs on pad feet and the legs are carved to the shoulder.

fig 1. A freestanding burr walnut twin pedestal desk featuring a leather-inset top and multiple drawers.
fig 1. A Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Desk C1920

Measures: Height: 30" x Depth: 26" x Width: 48"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

fig 2. A freestanding burr walnut twin pedestal desk featuring a leather-inset top and multiple drawers.
fig 2. A Burr Walnut Twin Pedestal Desk C1920

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 1920s.

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
66.5cm (26.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1173044
Dealers Internal Ref
W3741/19.10
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Castleforge Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
Verified Since Jul 2008
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A freestanding burr walnut twin pedestal desk featuring a leather-inset top and multiple drawers.
A BURR WALNUT TWIN PEDESTAL DESK C1920
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialWalnut, Burr Walnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr veneer, Brass drop handles, Inset leather top, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 77 cm (30 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 66.5 cm (26 in)

FAQs

Burr walnut veneer gained immense popularity during the late 17th century and experienced a significant revival in the Victorian and Edwardian periods. Master cabinetmakers prized burr wood for its intricate, swirling grain patterns, creating high-status writing furniture for executive offices and aristocratic homes.

These desks typically feature a solid carcase of secondary timbers such as oak or pine, expertly overlaid with highly figured burr walnut veneers. Traditional construction involves dovetailed drawer boxes, solid brass swan-neck or drop-handle hardware, and inset leather writing surfaces with hand-tooled gilt borders.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, uniform shrinkage in the timber, and natural oxidisation beneath the drawers and secondary wood surfaces. Look for traditional shellac French polishing, hand-forged or cast brass fixings, and veneer thickness consistent with pre-industrial manufacturing techniques.

Pair this piece with minimalist contemporary seating to create a striking contrast between ornate grain patterns and clean modern lines. In a home office or study, balance the dark wood tones with neutral wall colours, brass lighting fixtures, and contemporary abstract art to ground the traditional aesthetic.

Protect the wood and leather surfaces by keeping the desk away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking and fading. Clean regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and periodically nourish the timber with quality beeswax, avoiding silicone-based polishes entirely.
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