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French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
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French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk

19th century
Sold 10 July 2026 · Philip Hunt Antiques
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Description

French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk.

This Unusual Desk Has an Arrangement of 9 Drawers with Brass Swan Neck Handles.

Featuring a Wide Molding to the Bottom of the Desk and Turned Bun Feet and Turned Columns.

The Sides and Back of the Desk Having Burr Walnut Panels.

The Top of the Desk Having a Fitted Leather Writing Surface (replacement) With Hand Applied Gilt and Blind Tooling.

Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 31" (79cm)

Width 58" (147cm)

Depth 34" (86cm)

Kneehole 24 1/2" (62cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
147cm (57.87")
Depth
86cm (33.86")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1198015
Dealers Internal Reference
PP105-15
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Description
French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk.

This Unusual Desk Has an Arrangement of 9 Drawers with Brass Swan Neck Handles.

Featuring a Wide Molding to the Bottom of the Desk and Turned Bun Feet and Turned Columns.

fig 1. A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet.
fig 1. French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk

The Sides and Back of the Desk Having Burr Walnut Panels.

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The Top of the Desk Having a Fitted Leather Writing Surface (replacement) With Hand Applied Gilt and Blind Tooling.
Philip Hunt Antiques

Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 31" (79cm)

Width 58" (147cm)

Depth 34" (86cm)

Kneehole 24 1/2" (62cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 1860s.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
147cm (57.87")
Depth
86cm (33.86")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1198015
Dealers Internal Ref
PP105-15
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

Dealer Profile

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Archive I A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. SOLD10 JUL 26

French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk

Archive II A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. View II
Archive III A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. View III
Archive IV A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. View IV
Archive V A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. View V
Archive VI A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. View VI
Archive VII A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. View VII
Archive VIII A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. View VIII
Archive IX A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet. View IX
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Philip Hunt Antiques

Philip Hunt Antiques
Telephone 07771 966 124 or 01603 629 999
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Sprowston
Norwich
United Kingdom

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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/philiphunt
Verified Since Mar 2011
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A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet.
French Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk
Ref: SA1198015
A freestanding French burr walnut pedestal desk featuring dual pedestals with multiple drawers, brass drop handles, and turned feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Brass, Hardwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Brass swing handles, Turned bun feet, Panelled pedestals
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 147 cm (58 in) x D 86 cm (34 in)

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Pedestal desks emerged in the early 18th century, evolving from earlier writing cabinets and bureau tables, and became a staple of executive studies and libraries during the Victorian and Edwardian periods.

These desks are typically constructed from solid hardwoods like oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring decorative veneers such as burr walnut, hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers, and brass hardware.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the joinery for hand-cut dovetails, checking for uniform timber shrinkage, inspecting the natural oxidisation of the wood, and looking for period-appropriate locks and fittings.

Pairing a traditional wooden desk with contemporary minimalist seating or placing it against a neutral wall creates a striking focal point that balances historic character with modern design.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the finish.
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