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Late Nineteenth Century Pollard Oak Secretaire
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Late Nineteenth Century Pollard Oak Secretaire

19th century
Sold 17 April 2026 · A J O'Sullivan Antiques
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Description

Fine quality late nineteenth century pollard oak secretaire desk in very good original condition. Well fitted interior with drawers, pigeon holes and leather inset lift-up writing surfaces. Drawers and doors to the base, one door concealing a set of drawers. Finished all round, the sides and back panelled and polished. Bears the trade label of T. G. Woof, cabinet maker, Sheffield. Circa 1880.

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

A J O'Sullivan Antiques has dated this Pollard Oak Secretaire to the Victorian era.

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SA1203280
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2468
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Fine quality late nineteenth century pollard oak secretaire desk in very good original condition. Well fitted interior with drawers, pigeon holes and leather inset lift-up writing surfaces. Drawers and doors to the base, one door concealing a set of drawers. Finished all round, the sides and back panelled and polished. Bears the trade label of T. G. Woof, cabinet maker, Sheffield. Circa 1880.
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

A J O'Sullivan Antiques has dated this Pollard Oak Secretaire to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1203280
Dealers Internal Ref
2468
A J O'Sullivan Antiques
A J O'Sullivan Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2012

A.j. O'sullivan antiques are dealers in fine art and antiques.

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A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. SOLD17 APR 26
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Archive I A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. SOLD17 APR 26

Late Nineteenth Century Pollard Oak Secretaire

Archive II A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View X
Archive XI A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View XI
Archive XII A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs. View XII
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A J O'Sullivan Antiques

A J O'Sullivan Antiques
Telephone 07932 073275
Location
Hemswell Antique Centres
Caenby Corner Estate
Hemswell Cliff
Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 5TJ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/aosullivan
Verified Since Feb 2012
Items For Sale 14
Items Sold 434
A J O'Sullivan Antiques
A J O'Sullivan Antiques
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Location: Hemswell Antique Centres, Caenby Corner Estate, Hemswell Cliff, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 5TJ, United Kingdom,
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A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs.
Late Nineteenth Century Pollard Oak Secretaire
Ref: SA1203280
A nineteenth-century pollard oak secretaire featuring a central carved panel on the fall-front flap, brass drop handles, and turned legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks & Bureaux
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialPollard Oak, Brass, Softwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFall-front panel, Floral relief carving, Turned columns, Brass drop handles
  • SizeH 110 cm (43 in) x W 110 cm (43 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

FAQs

A secretaire is a piece of furniture featuring a writing surface concealed behind a drop-front panel, often combined with drawers and pigeonholes. Pollard oak, characterised by its distinctive clustered knot patterns, gained significant popularity during the Victorian era in the nineteenth century.

These cabinets are typically constructed using solid timber frames with decorative pollard oak veneers applied to the visible surfaces to highlight the figured grain. Traditional joinery techniques, such as dovetailing on the drawers and hand-carved decorative elements, are standard for this period.

Authentication relies on examining timber characteristics, hand-cut dovetail joints, handmade screws or nails, and the natural ageing of the wood and brass hardware. Pollard oak veneer exhibits a distinct knotted figure that differs from standard quarter-sawn oak.

A dark wood antique secretaire serves as a functional focal point in a home office, study, or living room. It pairs well with neutral walls and contemporary seating to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern minimalism.

Maintain antique wooden furniture by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the veneer from drying and cracking. Apply microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the wood and protect the finish without causing build-up.
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