What is a Victorian pitch pine dressing table?

A Victorian pitch pine dressing table is a nineteenth-century bedroom item designed for personal grooming, constructed from resinous pitch pine known for its durable nature and pronounced grain patterns.

What materials and construction methods were used in pitch pine furniture?

These pieces were built using solid pitch pine timber, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, turned legs, carved side supports, and integrated silvered glass swing mirrors with brass hardware.

How can you identify authentic nineteenth-century pitch pine furniture?

Authentic pieces exhibit dense, dark resinous grain bands characteristic of pitch pine, hand-sawn backboards, authentic brass bail handles, and natural surface wear around working drawers.

How can a Victorian dressing table be integrated into modern interiors?

Position the piece as a focal point in a master bedroom or hallway, pairing the warm wood tones with contemporary neutral walls, modern lighting, and minimalist ceramic accessories.

How should pine furniture from this era be maintained?

Maintain the finish by applying clear beeswax polish twice a year along the wood grain, keeping the timber away from direct heat sources, and cleaning the mirror glass with a soft, dry cloth.

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

Name: Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1228828
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 19th century Victorian dressing table in pitch pine, a beautifully crafted piece that combines practicality with classic Victorian elegance.

Very well made and of good quality, it offers generous storage and an attractive layout, making it a charming addition to a bedroom or dressing room.

The upper section is fitted with a beautiful mirror, beneath which sits a useful single drawer retaining its original decorative brass handle. Below are two further drawers, also complete with their original decorative brass handles, providing ample space for toiletries, jewellery and everyday essentials. An open shelf at the base offers additional storage or display space, while the table is raised on elegantly turned legs that give it a balanced and graceful appearance.

Crafted from beautifully matured pitch pine, the timber displays gorgeous natural grain and a rich, warm colour throughout.

The honest simplicity of the design allows the quality of the wood and the excellent craftsmanship to shine through, resulting in a piece with plenty of character and enduring appeal.

Presented in good condition, this highly desirable Victorian dressing table is both decorative and functional. A timeless piece of antique furniture that would make a wonderful addition to any home, it is sure to be appreciated for its warmth, practicality and period charm for many years to come.

Product Reference : AF - 6184

Measurements : 107cm Width x 48cm Depth x 160cm Height [ 74.5cm Worktop Height ] [ 61cm Knee Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

160cm (62.99")

Width

107cm (42.13")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1228828

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-6184

Description

Antique 19th century Victorian dressing table in pitch pine, a beautifully crafted piece that combines practicality with classic Victorian elegance.

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Very well made and of good quality, it offers generous storage and an attractive layout, making it a charming addition to a bedroom or dressing room.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A Victorian pitch pine dressing table featuring a central swivel mirror, side scroll shelves, frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned legs with a low shelf. — fig 1. Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

The upper section is fitted with a beautiful mirror, beneath which sits a useful single drawer retaining its original decorative brass handle. Below are two further drawers, also complete with their original decorative brass handles, providing ample space for toiletries, jewellery and everyday essentials. An open shelf at the base offers additional storage or display space, while the table is raised on elegantly turned legs that give it a balanced and graceful appearance.

fig 2. A Victorian pitch pine dressing table featuring a central swivel mirror, side scroll shelves, frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned legs with a low shelf. — fig 2. Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

Crafted from beautifully matured pitch pine, the timber displays gorgeous natural grain and a rich, warm colour throughout.

The honest simplicity of the design allows the quality of the wood and the excellent craftsmanship to shine through, resulting in a piece with plenty of character and enduring appeal.

fig 3. A Victorian pitch pine dressing table featuring a central swivel mirror, side scroll shelves, frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned legs with a low shelf. — fig 3. Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

Presented in good condition, this highly desirable Victorian dressing table is both decorative and functional. A timeless piece of antique furniture that would make a wonderful addition to any home, it is sure to be appreciated for its warmth, practicality and period charm for many years to come.

fig 4. A Victorian pitch pine dressing table featuring a central swivel mirror, side scroll shelves, frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned legs with a low shelf. — fig 4. Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

Product Reference : AF - 6184

Measurements : 107cm Width x 48cm Depth x 160cm Height [ 74.5cm Worktop Height ] [ 61cm Knee Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

fig 5. A Victorian pitch pine dressing table featuring a central swivel mirror, side scroll shelves, frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned legs with a low shelf. — fig 5. Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. A Victorian pitch pine dressing table featuring a central swivel mirror, side scroll shelves, frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned legs with a low shelf. — fig 6. Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 7. A Victorian pitch pine dressing table featuring a central swivel mirror, side scroll shelves, frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned legs with a low shelf. — fig 7. Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 8. A Victorian pitch pine dressing table featuring a central swivel mirror, side scroll shelves, frieze drawers with brass handles, and turned legs with a low shelf. — fig 8. Antique 19th Century Victorian Pitch Pine Dressing Table

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.