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Heals of London 1920’S Oak Writing Desk
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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Heals of London 1920’S Oak Writing Desk

1900 - 1920
Sold 27 August 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Heals of London 1920’s Oak Writing Desk

A very original, octagonal in shape, English 1920’s solid oak writing desk by Heals of London. The writing desk top has the original clean leather writing surface with a moulded top edge. Below are three drawers, all run well and have the original oak handles and with open bookcase shelves to either side off the kneehole opening. Very good quality, can stand away from a wall as it is finished on the back too. Stands well on lovely bracket feet, an unusual model that is in excellent condition. The kneehole opening is 61cm high x 51cm wide.

Dimensions

Height: 77.5cm (30.75")

Width: 93cm (36.90")

Depth: 51cm (20.24")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Oak Writing Desk to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77.5cm (30.51")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
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SA1155724
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Description
Heals of London 1920’s Oak Writing Desk

A very original, octagonal in shape, English 1920’s solid oak writing desk by Heals of London. The writing desk top has the original clean leather writing surface with a moulded top edge.

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Below are three drawers, all run well and have the original oak handles and with open bookcase shelves to either side off the kneehole opening.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Very good quality, can stand away from a wall as it is finished on the back too. Stands well on lovely bracket feet, an unusual model that is in excellent condition. The kneehole opening is 61cm high x 51cm wide.

Dimensions

Height: 77.5cm (30.75")

Width: 93cm (36.90")

Depth: 51cm (20.24")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Oak Writing Desk to the 1920s.

Height
77.5cm (30.51")
Width
93cm (36.61")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1155724
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 162
Items Sold 10,740
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A vintage oak writing desk featuring integrated side shelving and multiple top drawers with simple wooden handles.
Heals of London 1920’s Oak Writing Desk
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A vintage oak writing desk featuring integrated side shelving and multiple top drawers with simple wooden handles.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsQuarter-sawn oak grain, Integrated open side shelving, Recessed wooden drawer pulls, Plinth base
  • SizeH 77.5 cm (31 in) x W 93 cm (37 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

The Arts and Crafts movement emphasised traditional craftsmanship, simple forms, and visible natural materials, moving away from mass production to celebrate the inherent qualities of woods like oak.

Period desks were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, utilising traditional joinery techniques like mortise and tenon joints, dovetail drawers, and hand-finished timber surfaces.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-cut dovetails, traditional hardware, characteristic timber grain with medullary rays in quarter-sawn oak, and signs of age-appropriate oxidisation and wear.

An antique wooden desk adds warmth and character to modern spaces when paired with minimalist seating and contemporary lighting, creating a balanced study area that highlights historical craftsmanship.

Preserve antique oak by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth, applying quality beeswax periodically to nourish the wood, and keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations.
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