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Fine Quality Early Nineteenth Century Mahogany Pedestal Desk
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Fine Quality Early Nineteenth Century Mahogany Pedestal Desk

19th century
Sold 15 April 2025 · Thakeham Furniture
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Description

Fine quality early nineteenth century mahogany pedestal desk. Polished top inlaid with ebony line over nine beaded drawers fitted with brass knobs. The kneehole with recessed cupboard and raised on a plinth base.

Circa. 1820

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
154cm (60.63")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Reference Numbers
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SA920168
Dealers Internal Reference
7158
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Description
Fine quality early nineteenth century mahogany pedestal desk. Polished top inlaid with ebony line over nine beaded drawers fitted with brass knobs. The kneehole with recessed cupboard and raised on a plinth base.

Circa. 1820

Date of Manufacture

Thakeham Furniture has dated this Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 19th Century.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
154cm (60.63")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA920168
Dealers Internal Ref
7158
Thakeham Furniture
Thakeham Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2013

Specialists in fine georgian furniture

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Thakeham Furniture Profile Page

Trade Associations

Thakeham Furniture is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Thakeham Furniture

Thakeham Furniture
Telephone 01403 713649
Location
Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse
Thakeham Furniture Ltd
Blakers Yard
Worthing Road
Dial Post
Nr Horsham
West Sussex
RH13 8NH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/thakehamfurniture
Verified Since Jul 2013
Items For Sale 146
Items Sold 3,156
Thakeham Furniture
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Location: Tim, Belinda and Harriet Chavasse, Thakeham Furniture Ltd, Blakers Yard, Worthing Road, Dial Post, Nr Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 8NH, United Kingdom
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An early nineteenth-century mahogany pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with brass knobs and a central cupboard door.
Fine quality early nineteenth century mahogany pedestal desk
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An early nineteenth-century mahogany pedestal desk featuring multiple drawers with brass knobs and a central cupboard door.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPedestal bases, Multiple drawers, Brass hardware, Central cupboard
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 154 cm (61 in) x D 76 cm (30 in)

FAQs

Pedestal desks emerged during the early 18th century, evolving from writing cabinets and kneehole tables to provide substantial workspace and integrated storage for professional studies and libraries.

Authentic pieces are typically constructed from solid timber frames with premium veneers such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawer construction and traditional brass hardware.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the timber grain, secondary woods inside the drawers, hand-cut joinery, signs of age-related oxidisation, and the style of the locks and handles.

Pairing a dark wood desk with modern minimalist seating or placing it against a contrasting coloured wall creates a balanced focal point that bridges classic craftsmanship with modern design.

Maintain antique desks by keeping them away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying appropriate natural wax to nourish the timber finish.
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