Victorian Oak Double Pedestal Desk

An attractive Victorian golden oak pedestal writing desk with rounded corners and dating to circa 1880. The moulded rounded rectangular top is inset with a brown cloth writing surface and has three frieze drawers below. Each pedestal has a further three drawers and all nine drawers are fitted their original Gothic inspired cast brass handles and stamped ‘VR patent’ secure lever locks. The handles are stamped ‘C&T’ to the underside and have diamond registration marks. This desk has been polished to the reverse so can be used as a freestanding piece.

This is a lovely rich warm shade of oak (very desirable in the current market) with a striking quarter-sawn grain and good patina. It is in good condition although there are some veneer losses to the drawer edges and the edge of the skiver has some nibbles, however it has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of wax finishing and with the polished brass handles is very handsome. It comes with a working key.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or for more photos.

The overall dimensions at the largest points are approximately

Width: 107.5cm (42 1/4in)

Depth: 65.5cm (25¾in)

Height: 74cm (29 1/8in)

For transportation and moving this desk splits into three sections.

Ref: 0241

We can arrange to deliver this to most UK mainland destinations for £80, please ask for more information.

When buying it is important appreciate antiques have long histories of daily use and as such, over time they gain minor scratches, marks, knocks, shrinkage splits, signs of old woodworm, lifts and losses to veneer, which combine with care and years of polishing to create an individual character and patina. We describe the main flaws and those that fall outside of this bracket but cannot describe each marks separately and therefore suggest you do take the time to request extra photos. We do offer a 14 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase but cannot refund the return shipping cost. If you are not sure please do not buy without clarifying or take the view that the only way to have it as near to new as possible is to have it fully and comprehensively restored.

For delivery we use a small carrier experience in carrying antique furniture. Delivery is usually within 31 days and the carrier will make arrangements with you directly. We can provide contact details of other carriers if required.