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Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk
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Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk

1900 - 1920
Description

A lovely antique oak desk dating from the early 20th Century. It has an arrangement of 9 drawers around a central kneehole. Each drawer has its original art nouveau style brass handles and the pedestals have a plinth base with small castors below. The top of the desk has a beautiful inset green leather writing surface with a gilt tooled edge.

It is an excellent quality example made from solid oak with panelled sides, nicely shaped drawer fronts and oak linings. The desk is nicely finished on all sides so would suit being in the centre of a room as well as being against a wall.

The desk is in very good condition for its age and has been well looked after. The oak has a lovely warm colour and the drawers open smoothly. The inside of the drawers are generally clean and tidy with just some minor ink stains and old marks. There are some normal signs of age and use, a few minor knocks and light surface marks but nothing detrimental. The desk does not come with any keys. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

Approximate Measurements :

Height : 30” / 76cm

Width : 48” / 122cm

Depth : 27" / 68cm

Kneehole : 18" / 46cm wide x 24" / 61cm high

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Nationwide delivery available through our network of reliable couriers. Please get in touch for an accurate quote to your location.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk to the 1920s.

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SA1228017
Description
A lovely antique oak desk dating from the early 20th Century. It has an arrangement of 9 drawers around a central kneehole.
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Each drawer has its original art nouveau style brass handles and the pedestals have a plinth base with small castors below.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

The top of the desk has a beautiful inset green leather writing surface with a gilt tooled edge.

fig 1. An Edwardian oak pedestal desk featuring a green leather writing surface, nine drawers with brass handles, and twin pedestals on plinth bases.
fig 1. Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk

It is an excellent quality example made from solid oak with panelled sides, nicely shaped drawer fronts and oak linings. The desk is nicely finished on all sides so would suit being in the centre of a room as well as being against a wall.

fig 2. An Edwardian oak pedestal desk featuring a green leather writing surface, nine drawers with brass handles, and twin pedestals on plinth bases.
fig 2. Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk

The desk is in very good condition for its age and has been well looked after. The oak has a lovely warm colour and the drawers open smoothly. The inside of the drawers are generally clean and tidy with just some minor ink stains and old marks. There are some normal signs of age and use, a few minor knocks and light surface marks but nothing detrimental. The desk does not come with any keys. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

fig 3. An Edwardian oak pedestal desk featuring a green leather writing surface, nine drawers with brass handles, and twin pedestals on plinth bases.
fig 3. Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk

Approximate Measurements :

Height : 30” / 76cm

Width : 48” / 122cm

Depth : 27" / 68cm

Kneehole : 18" / 46cm wide x 24" / 61cm high

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Nationwide delivery available through our network of reliable couriers. Please get in touch for an accurate quote to your location.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228017
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2016

Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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An Edwardian oak pedestal desk featuring a green leather writing surface, nine drawers with brass handles, and twin pedestals on plinth bases.
Edwardian Oak Pedestal Desk
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Produced between 1901 and 1910, Edwardian pedestal desks feature two vertical columns of drawers supporting a flat top, typically fitted with a leather writing insert and clean, balanced proportions.

These desks were commonly crafted from solid timbers such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, featuring hand-dovetailed drawer joints, brass swing handles, and leather writing surfaces.

Look for construction details such as hand-cut dovetailed drawer joints, period-correct brass hardware, solid timber panelled backboards, and natural age-related wear around handles and lock mechanisms.

Position the desk in a light-filled study paired with contemporary brass task lighting and a sleek upholstered chair to create a balanced contrast between period woodwork and modern design.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a microfibre cloth, treat the wood with beeswax polish annually, and apply specialised leather conditioner to the top insert to prevent cracking.
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