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An Unusually Large Early 19th Century Pedestal Desk
John Hubbard Antiques
for sale €4,622     $5,017
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An Unusually Large Early 19th Century Pedestal Desk

18th century
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An unusually large, early 19th century, mahogany pedestal desk. Nine mahogany lined drawers, with handmade dovetails, solid drawer bottoms and brass locks. Turned wooden knobs on screw threads, superb new embossed and gilded black hide.

Circa 1830

Size: 72.1/4" x 35.1/2" x 31.3/4" high

Kneehole: 26" wide x 25.1/2" high

Stock no: 4720

Dealers note: This is an impressive desk of exceptional size, normally associated with a large partners' desk. A rare find in this quality and in exceptional condition. Please feel free to ask any questions.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
92cm (36.22")
Declaration

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA871408
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4720
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An unusually large, early 19th century, mahogany pedestal desk. Nine mahogany lined drawers, with handmade dovetails, solid drawer bottoms and brass locks. Turned wooden knobs on screw threads, superb new embossed and gilded black hide.
fig 1. An early 19th-century mahogany pedestal desk featuring a dark green leather writing top, nine drawers with turned wooden knobs, and a plinth base.
fig 1. An Unusually Large Early 19th Century Pedestal Desk

Circa 1830

Size: 72.1/4" x 35.1/2" x 31.3/4" high

Kneehole: 26" wide x 25.1/2" high

Stock no: 4720

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Dealers note: This is an impressive desk of exceptional size, normally associated with a large partners' desk.
John Hubbard Antiques

A rare find in this quality and in exceptional condition. Please feel free to ask any questions.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
92cm (36.22")
Date of Manufacture

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA871408
Dealers Internal Ref
4720
John Hubbard Antiques
John Hubbard Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Hubbard Antiques Profile Page

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An early 19th-century mahogany pedestal desk featuring a dark green leather writing top, nine drawers with turned wooden knobs, and a plinth base.
An unusually large early 19th century pedestal desk
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A pedestal desk features a flat top resting on two free-standing drawer pedestals separated by a central kneehole space. First emerging in England during the early 18th century, it became the standard design for executive offices and private libraries throughout the Georgian and Victorian eras.

Early 19th-century examples were typically constructed from solid mahogany or oak secondary woods, often featuring gilded leather writing surfaces. Hardware generally consisted of cast brass keyhole escutcheons and either turned wooden knobs or brass swan-neck handles.

Authentic pieces usually exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, original oak or pine drawer linings, and natural wear around the kneehole area. Genuine early 19th-century models typically separate into three distinct sectionsthe two pedestals and the topto facilitate transport.

Position the desk centrally in a dedicated home office or study to accentuate its architectural proportions. Pair it with modern task lighting and minimalist neutral backdrop walls to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and contemporary design.

Dust the timber surfaces with a soft microfiber cloth and apply a beeswax polish annually following the wood grain. Clean the leather insert with a specialized leather conditioner to prevent drying or cracking, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that strip historical finishes.
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