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Late Victorian Pitch Pine Kneehole Pedestal Desk.
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Late Victorian Pitch Pine Kneehole Pedestal Desk.

19th century
Description

Late Victorian pitch pine kneehole pedestal desk.

In 3 parts .

With sloping front.

Kneehole height 64 cms.

Height at back 84 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
129cm (50.79")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Pitch Pine Desk to the Victorian era.

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Description
Late Victorian pitch pine kneehole pedestal desk.

In 3 parts .

With sloping front.

Kneehole height 64 cms.

Height at back 84 cms.

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
129cm (50.79")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Pitch Pine Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA857831
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2012

Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

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A late Victorian pitch pine pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with turned wooden handles, a low rear gallery rail, and turned feet.
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A late Victorian pitch pine pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with turned wooden handles, a low rear gallery rail, and turned feet.
Late Victorian pitch pine kneehole pedestal desk.
Ref: SA857831
A late Victorian pitch pine pedestal desk featuring nine drawers with turned wooden handles, a low rear gallery rail, and turned feet.
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A Victorian pitch pine pedestal desk features two vertical banks of drawers supporting a flat writing surface with a central kneehole recess. Constructed from resinous pine timber popular during the late 19th century, these desks were commonly utilised in offices, institutions, and domestic studies.

Late Victorian desks frequently incorporated pitch pine, known for its pronounced grain, durability, and natural amber resin colouration. Construction details typically included dovetail drawer joints, solid timber drawer linings, and turned wood knobs.

Authentic Victorian examples feature dovetail joinery on drawer construction, original turned timber or brass hardware, and wear patterns consistent with age along the kneehole area and base. Pitch pine pieces display a prominent grain figure and dense weight.

In modern interiors, a pitch pine desk operates effectively alongside neutral wall tones, contemporary task lamps, and minimal leather or metal accessories. Positioned against a plain wall, it provides a functional focal point that balances historic timber with clean modern lines.

Maintain pitch pine furniture by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year along the direction of the grain. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage or movement.
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