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Howard and Sons Walnut Desk
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Howard and Sons Walnut Desk

19th century
Description

A late Nineteenth century Walnut desk by Howard and Sons.

In good solid condition, knee height 60cm.

Old stable repair to one leg. Original Cope’s castors.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA1236411
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Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

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Description
A late Nineteenth century Walnut desk by Howard and Sons.

In good solid condition, knee height 60cm.

Old stable repair to one leg. Original Cope’s castors.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
125cm (49.21")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Walnut Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236411
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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An antique walnut writing desk with a green leather inset top, brass drawer pulls, turned legs on castors, and built-in drawer pedestals.
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SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
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An antique walnut writing desk with a green leather inset top, brass drawer pulls, turned legs on castors, and built-in drawer pedestals.
Howard and Sons Walnut desk
Ref: SA1236411
An antique walnut writing desk with a green leather inset top, brass drawer pulls, turned legs on castors, and built-in drawer pedestals.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsGreen leather inset, Turned legs on castors, Brass drop handles, Fluted side pillars
  • SizeH 77 cm (30 in) x W 125 cm (49 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

FAQs

A Victorian walnut pedestal desk typically features a central drawer flanked by two pedestals containing drawers or cupboards, topped with a leather writing surface. Popularised in the nineteenth century, these pieces were crafted for formal offices and private study rooms.

High-quality desks from this period commonly utilised solid walnut or mahogany frames with decorative wood veneers, hand-carved mouldings, cast brass handles, and gold-tooled leather writing surfaces.

Authentic pieces often feature makers stamps or paper labels on drawer linings, stamped brass castors, dovetailed drawer joints, and original brass locks.

Pair the dark wood and leather tones of an antique desk with minimalist modern lighting, contemporary artwork, and neutral wall colours to create a balanced study space.

Apply a natural beeswax polish along the wood grain twice yearly, and keep the leather surface hydrated using a specialist leather conditioner while protecting it from direct heat sources.
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