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Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk, English, 1880
Judy Fox Antiques
for sale €2,574     $2,794
£2,200
Judy Fox Antiques

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Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk, English, 1880

19th century
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Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk, English, 1880

Beautiful well-proportioned Victorian figured Walnut pedestal desk, English, 1880

The desk has 9 lockable drawers, each with 2 wooden knobs, plus key.

Brass key escutcheons. Red leather top embossed with gold rose and thistle pattern.

English, 1880

Condition: Very good

Dimensions: 108 Cms Width x 59 Cms Depth x 76 Cms Height

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 1880s.

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SA794265
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JF 0050
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Judy Fox Antiques has been trading at No.81 Portobello Road since 1971. We deal in top quality Victorian and Edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

The majority of our extensive stock has been sympathetically restored and is, therefore, in showroom condition.

Much of our stock is not listed online so do contact us if you are looking for something in particular.

We have a large international clientele, both private and trade, and export to all parts of the world, contact for any quotes.

Description
Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk, English, 1880

Beautiful well-proportioned Victorian figured Walnut pedestal desk, English, 1880

The desk has 9 lockable drawers, each with 2 wooden knobs, plus key.

Brass key escutcheons. Red leather top embossed with gold rose and thistle pattern.

English, 1880

Condition: Very good

Dimensions: 108 Cms Width x 59 Cms Depth x 76 Cms Height

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
108cm (42.52")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Judy Fox Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA794265
Dealers Internal Ref
JF 0050
Judy Fox Antiques
Judy Fox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2018

We deal in top quality victorian and edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Judy Fox Antiques Profile Page

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Judy Fox Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A Victorian walnut pedestal desk with nine drawers featuring turned wooden handles and a brown leather writing top.
Victorian Walnut Pedestal Desk, English, 1880
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A Victorian walnut pedestal desk with nine drawers featuring turned wooden handles and a brown leather writing top.
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Victorian pedestal desks are characterised by two freestanding pedestals containing drawers, separated by a central kneehole, and topped with a flat writing surface that typically houses additional frieze drawers. Popularised in nineteenth-century England, these desks were designed for office and library use, often featuring figure-grained timber veneers like walnut or mahogany alongside inset leather tops.

Authentic nineteenth-century pedestal desks were constructed using solid hardwoods such as oak or mahogany for the internal frame and drawer linings, often veneered with highly figured walnut or mahogany. The writing surface was typically lined with gilded leather, and the drawer handles were made from turned wood or brass.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawer linings, original brass castors fitted underneath the plinth bases, and natural wear to the timber finish around high-touch points. Stamped maker marks or brass lever locks from recognised Victorian lockmakers also indicate original period construction.

A Victorian pedestal desk can be styled in a modern home office by pairing it with clean-lined modern task lighting and contemporary artwork to create a balanced, eclectic look. Placing the desk centrally in a study rather than against a wall highlights the timber grain and detailed joinery on all sides.

The walnut timber should be dusted regularly with a soft dry cloth and nourished twice a year with a quality beeswax polish applied in the direction of the grain. Leather insets require specialised leather balsam to prevent drying and cracking, and the piece should be kept away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber movement.
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