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A Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk

Name: A Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1210996
Price: 995 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Richie Perrott Antiques

Description

A Victorian mahogany pedestal writing desk with a blind‑tooled leather top, three drawers to each pedestal and three frieze drawers above all retaining their original ring handles and a working key . The reverse is fitted with a faux arrangement of drawers and a cupboard, giving the piece full 360‑degree presence. Raised on bracket feet and finished in a warm polished finish.

Height 75cms x Width 119cms x Depth 64cms. Kneehole size; Height 60cms x Width 55cms

For inquiries, please feel free to reach out to Richard via email at richie.perrott@live.co.uk or call the office at 07912624065.

We offer a nationwide courier service for just £70, with exact quotes available upon order placement. Every purchase undergoes a thorough quality control check prior to dispatch, and delivery is typically within 1 to 3 weeks. To ensure a smooth delivery experience, kindly provide your phone number, and our courier will contact you to arrange a convenient time.

Showroom viewings at our workshop are available by appointment only.

In the unlikely event that you'd like to return an item, please note that all transportation costs will be the customer’s responsibility.

Declaration

Richie Perrott Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the Victorian era.

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SA1210996

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The reverse is fitted with a faux arrangement of drawers and a cupboard, giving the piece full 360‑degree presence.

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Raised on bracket feet and finished in a warm polished finish.

fig 1. Victorian mahogany pedestal writing desk featuring nine drawers with brass ring pulls and bracket feet. — fig 1. A Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk

Height 75cms x Width 119cms x Depth 64cms. Kneehole size; Height 60cms x Width 55cms

For inquiries, please feel free to reach out to Richard via email at richie.perrott@live.co.uk or call the office at 07912624065.

fig 2. Victorian mahogany pedestal writing desk featuring nine drawers with brass ring pulls and bracket feet. — fig 2. A Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk

We offer a nationwide courier service for just £70, with exact quotes available upon order placement. Every purchase undergoes a thorough quality control check prior to dispatch, and delivery is typically within 1 to 3 weeks. To ensure a smooth delivery experience, kindly provide your phone number, and our courier will contact you to arrange a convenient time.

fig 3. Victorian mahogany pedestal writing desk featuring nine drawers with brass ring pulls and bracket feet. — fig 3. A Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Writing Desk

Showroom viewings at our workshop are available by appointment only.

In the unlikely event that you'd like to return an item, please note that all transportation costs will be the customer’s responsibility.

Date of Manufacture

Richie Perrott Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1210996

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A Victorian pedestal desk is a writing table consisting of two vertical drawer units supporting a flat top with a writing surface, which gained wide popularity during the 19th century for office and study use.

These desks are predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, frequently featuring an inset leather writing surface and solid brass drawer handles.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original brass locks or escutcheons, natural wear along the internal drawer runners, and historical oxidisation on the timber and hardware.

Position the desk as a central feature in a study paired with a modern ergonomic or leather chair, modern task lighting, and clean contemporary desk accessories to balance the traditional timber.

Dust the wood surfaces regularly with a dry cloth, apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually along the grain, and clean the leather insert with specialised leather conditioner.

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