Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
• Circa: 1880
• “S” shaped fielded panel sides
• Period: Late Victorian
• Wood: Solid Oak
• Provenance: England, UK
• Freestanding 4ft 6” wide desk
• Solid oak fielded panels to sides and back
• Working Angus of London” lock and key
• Working secret locking mechanism
• Original handles
• 13 internal drawers
• 12 internal compartments
• 8 graduated drawers to the base
• Central drawer
• Filing drawer
• 2 pull-out writing slides supports
• Oak modesty board
• Excellent condition
• Dismantles into 3 sections for transportation
• Free 14 day UK returns
This is a superb quality late Victorian solid golden oak 4ft 2” wide roll top pedestal desk, circa 1880. It boasts four graduated drawers in each pedestal. The right hand pedestal features a filing drawer in the bottom drawer of the pedestal. The desk boasts solid golden oak fielded panels throughout and features the original oak cup handles to the pedestal. There is an oak modesty board, with two pullout-writing slides above 4 drawers in each pedestal. The interior has 13 internal drawers and 12 internal compartments and with brass finger hooks and knobs. The desk features a secret locking mechanism when the roll-top is closed which locks all the drawers except the central drawer. The brass tambour lock and key are in working order. The desk sits on its original castors. The internal drawers are constructed of sycamore. The oak has an excellent tight grain with a golden wax finish. The desk dismantles into three sections for easy storage or transportation.
The desk features a rich golden oak colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.
Condition Report:
The desk is in excellent original condition. There are no missing drawers or compartments to the interior. The desk features its original secret locking mechanism when the roll-top is closed which locks all the drawers except the central drawer. The desk sits on its original castors. There are no large ink or water stains on the desk (which are common on these desks). There are also no splits in the tambour (which again, is common in these types of desks). Some nominal old use marks to the leading edges and drawers, but nothing significant considering its age. The internal pedestal drawer linings are constructed of sycamore. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
External height = 130cm or 51” or 4ft 3"
External width = 127cm or 50” or 4ft 2”
External depth = 86.5cm or 34” or 2ft 10”
Knee height = 68cm or 26¾” or 2ft 2¾”
Knee width (at plinth) = 53.5cm or 21” or 1ft 9”
Knee width (pedestals) = 51.5cm or 20¼” or 1ft 8¼”
Writing height =79.7cm or 31” or 2ft 7”
Writing width = 116.5cm or 45” or 3ft 9”
Writing depth = 75cm or 29½” or 2ft 5½”
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £89. Assembly is an additional £65. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a refund excluding the delivery cost.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we accept cash; cheque, credit card, BACS or PayPal.
International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yolanda Gray has dealt in antique furniture for over 40 years.
Ref. Roll-top Desk 17
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Yolanda Gray Antiques Profile Page
Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
4ft 2” Victorian Oak Roll Top Pedestal Desk (Circa 1880)
