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Antique Victorian Satinwood Leather Top Pedestal Desk
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Antique Victorian Satinwood Leather Top Pedestal Desk

19th century
Description

A superb antique Victorian satinwood leather top pedestal desk, beautifully made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

It is of very fine quality, with a lovely inverted breakfront design. It sits on plinth bases with concealed casters, the handles are nicely turned from solid satin wood and the back is nicely finished as well, so it can be used as a free standing item. The inset tooled leather top is a beautifully patinated black, which contrasts beautifully with the wood.

We have had this recently re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age, with some minor old marks here and there beneath the polish.

The top lifts off and this breaks down into three pieces for ease of transport.

Width – 48 inches , 122 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 31 inches , 78 cm

Knee height – 25 inches , 63 cm

Knee width – 18 inches , 46 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Satinwood Pedestal Desk to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235130
Dealers Internal Reference
13504
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Description
A superb antique Victorian satinwood leather top pedestal desk, beautifully made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period.

It is of very fine quality, with a lovely inverted breakfront design.

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It sits on plinth bases with concealed casters, the handles are nicely turned from solid satin wood and the back is nicely finished as well, so it can be used as a free standing item.
Marylebone Antiques

The inset tooled leather top is a beautifully patinated black, which contrasts beautifully with the wood.

fig 1. A Victorian satinwood pedestal desk featuring a dark leather writing inset, nine drawers with round turned knobs, and a central kneehole.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Satinwood Leather Top Pedestal Desk

We have had this recently re-polished, it is in excellent condition for its age, with some minor old marks here and there beneath the polish.

The top lifts off and this breaks down into three pieces for ease of transport.

Width – 48 inches , 122 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 31 inches , 78 cm

Knee height – 25 inches , 63 cm

Knee width – 18 inches , 46 cm

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
122cm (48.03")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Satinwood Pedestal Desk to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235130
Dealers Internal Ref
13504
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I A Victorian satinwood pedestal desk featuring a dark leather writing inset, nine drawers with round turned knobs, and a central kneehole.

Antique Victorian Satinwood Leather Top Pedestal Desk

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A Victorian satinwood pedestal desk featuring a dark leather writing inset, nine drawers with round turned knobs, and a central kneehole.
Antique Victorian Satinwood Leather Top Pedestal Desk
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A Victorian satinwood pedestal desk featuring a dark leather writing inset, nine drawers with round turned knobs, and a central kneehole.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSatinwood, Leather, Brass
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsLeather insert top, Plinth base, Wooden knob handles, Kneehole central recess
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

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A Victorian pedestal desk is a freestanding writing table featuring a flat rectangular top supported by two vertical columns or pedestals containing drawers, divided by a central recess for legroom.

Craftsmen utilised satinwood veneers over solid hardwood frames, often incorporating gold-tooled leather or hide writing surfaces and solid brass or wooden drawer knobs.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail drawer joinery, solid timber drawer linings, original brass locks, and subtle surface oxidisation consistent with nineteenth-century age.

Place the desk centrally in a dedicated home office or library, complemented by modern neutral task lighting, contemporary seating, and minimalist desk accessories to create contrast.

Apply high-grade beeswax polish along the grain of the satinwood to maintain timber moisture, while applying specialized leather conditioner to the inset top to prevent cracking.
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