What defines Victorian pitch pine writing tables?

Pitch pine was widely selected during the 19th century for domestic and utility furniture due to its dense structural density and prominent timber grain.

How do you identify an authentic 19th-century pitch pine table?

Authentic period examples feature pronounced wood grain, hand-joined drawer construction, historic wear around the feet, and original brass hardware or castors.

How can a pine writing table be styled in a modern interior?

Position the piece against neutral plaster or painted walls, accessorised with contemporary brass lighting, minimal artwork, or a simple wall-mounted mirror.

What is the correct way to care for antique pitch pine furniture?

Dust regularly using a dry cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically to preserve the natural grain finish and shield the timber from moisture.

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Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Pitch Pine Writing / Dressing Table

Name: Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Pitch Pine Writing / Dressing Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1234601
Price: 976 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Prior and Willis

Description

Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Pitch Pine Writing / Dressing Table Desk

This fine quality antique 19th-century pitch pine writing or dressing table desk displays attractive age, colour and patina. Full of charm and character, this versatile piece of period furniture would make an attractive and practical addition to a traditional or contemporary interior.

Constructed from pitch pine, the desk is structurally sound with no loose joints, while the drawers slide freely. Its practical proportions make it suitable for use as either a writing desk or dressing table.

Features & Craftsmanship

Fine quality antique 19th-century writing / dressing table desk

19th century

Pitch pine construction

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Drawers slide freely

Versatile writing desk or dressing table

Condition

Presented in very good antique condition overall, with historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs and minor alterations consistent with genuine period furniture.

No woodworm holes

Dimensions

Width: 106cm

Depth: 52cm

Height: 78cm

Kneehole height: 63cm

Additional Information

Stock Number: 8977

Includes our 30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee

Competitive UK and international door-to-door shipping available

This antique 19th-century pitch pine writing or dressing table desk combines attractive age, colour and patina with practical proportions, making it suitable for use as either a writing desk or dressing table in traditional and contemporary interiors.

Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this Victorian Pitch Pine Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1234601

Dealers Internal Reference

8977

Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description

Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Pitch Pine Writing / Dressing Table Desk

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This fine quality antique 19th-century pitch pine writing or dressing table desk displays attractive age, colour and patina.

Prior and Willis

Full of charm and character, this versatile piece of period furniture would make an attractive and practical addition to a traditional or contemporary interior.

fig 1. A 19th-century pitch pine writing table with two drawers, brass handles, turned legs, and metal castors. — fig 1. Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Pitch Pine Writing / Dressing Table

Constructed from pitch pine, the desk is structurally sound with no loose joints, while the drawers slide freely. Its practical proportions make it suitable for use as either a writing desk or dressing table.

fig 2. A 19th-century pitch pine writing table with two drawers, brass handles, turned legs, and metal castors. — fig 2. Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Pitch Pine Writing / Dressing Table

Features & Craftsmanship

Fine quality antique 19th-century writing / dressing table desk

19th century

Pitch pine construction

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Drawers slide freely

Versatile writing desk or dressing table

fig 3. A 19th-century pitch pine writing table with two drawers, brass handles, turned legs, and metal castors. — fig 3. Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Pitch Pine Writing / Dressing Table

Condition

Presented in very good antique condition overall, with historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs and minor alterations consistent with genuine period furniture.

No woodworm holes

Dimensions

Width: 106cm

fig 4. A 19th-century pitch pine writing table with two drawers, brass handles, turned legs, and metal castors. — fig 4. Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Pitch Pine Writing / Dressing Table

Depth: 52cm

Height: 78cm

Kneehole height: 63cm

Additional Information

Stock Number: 8977

Includes our 30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee

Competitive UK and international door-to-door shipping available

This antique 19th-century pitch pine writing or dressing table desk combines attractive age, colour and patina with practical proportions, making it suitable for use as either a writing desk or dressing table in traditional and contemporary interiors.

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Victorian Pitch Pine Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1234601

Dealers Internal Ref

8977

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These pieces are predominantly constructed from solid resinous pine, frequently fitted with brass bail handles, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, and brass or ceramic castors.

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