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A Victorian Oak Desk with Drawers C.1890
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A Victorian Oak Desk with Drawers C.1890

19th century
Description

An exceptional and unique Late Victorian Quarter-Sawn Oak Professional / Collectors Desk. The top section is fitted with sixteen shallow drawers either side of a cupboard with a single shelve. The base has eleven drawers and a cupboard within the kneehole. All beautifully carved and with solid brass handles.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
157cm (61.81")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Pear Tree Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Pedestal Desk to the 1890s.

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SA1234437
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HFPP1306
Description
An exceptional and unique Late Victorian Quarter-Sawn Oak Professional / Collectors Desk.
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The top section is fitted with sixteen shallow drawers either side of a cupboard with a single shelve.
Pear Tree Antiques

The base has eleven drawers and a cupboard within the kneehole. All beautifully carved and with solid brass handles.

fig 1. A late Victorian carved oak kneehole desk featuring an upper gallery with drawers, spindles, carved doors, and a pedestal base.
fig 1. A Victorian Oak Desk with Drawers C.1890

Delivery to Mainland UK included in the price. Worldwide shipping

arranged.

Wherever possible, we personally deliver items to ensure they arrive in excellent condition and that you are completely satisfied with your purchase.

fig 2. A late Victorian carved oak kneehole desk featuring an upper gallery with drawers, spindles, carved doors, and a pedestal base.
fig 2. A Victorian Oak Desk with Drawers C.1890

We offer a 14-day returns policy for your peace of mind. If you are not fully satisfied, you may return the item for a full refund. Please note that return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

Height
157cm (61.81")
Width
107cm (42.13")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Pear Tree Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Pedestal Desk to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1234437
Dealers Internal Ref
HFPP1306
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Wiltshire
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A late Victorian carved oak kneehole desk featuring an upper gallery with drawers, spindles, carved doors, and a pedestal base.
A Victorian Oak Desk with Drawers c.1890
Ref: SA1234437
A late Victorian carved oak kneehole desk featuring an upper gallery with drawers, spindles, carved doors, and a pedestal base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSpindle gallery, Kneehole pedestals, Carved cupboard panels, Dovetail drawers
  • SizeH 157 cm (62 in) x W 107 cm (42 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This late Victorian quarter-sawn oak professional and collectors desk from around 1890 presents a warm brown finish. The upper section contains sixteen shallow drawers flanking a central cupboard with carved panels, enclosed by a spindle gallery along the top edge and spindle galleries on the side arches. The pedestal base holds eleven drawers fitted with solid brass drop handles and decorative carved drawer fronts, complemented by further carved mouldings and turned finials on the gallery corners. The entire piece stands 157 cm high, 107 cm wide, and 60 cm deep. In a modern home, this desk serves as a functional workspace or a display station in a study, library, or home office.

FAQs

Victorian oak desks from the late 19th century feature solid timber construction, detailed relief carving, and structured compartments, including kneehole pedestals and upper galleries designed for organisation.

These pieces typically feature solid English or European oak with quartersawn grain patterns, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, cast brass hardware, and panelled sides.

Authentic Victorian desks demonstrate age-appropriate wear, original dovetail joinery within the drawer frames, natural patination on the oak finish, and stamped brass handles or lock plates typical of the period.

A carved oak desk serves as a focal point in a contemporary home office or library when balanced by neutral wall paint, modern task lighting, and minimal desktop accessories.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice per year to preserve the original finish and protect the oak.
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