Large Victorian Oak Cylinder Desk 19th Century

Name: Large Victorian Oak Cylinder Desk
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA715831
Price: 400 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDesks
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialOak
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsCylinder fall, Twin pedestal drawers, Wooden knob handles, Raised gallery top
SizeH 155 cm (61 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 78 cm (31 in)

This large Victorian oak cylinder desk displays a warm brown natural timber tone with a raised top gallery and twin pedestals, each containing a vertical bank of four small drawers fitted with simple turned wooden knobs. The roll-top cylinder front has two small wooden pulls at the base, and the desk rests on a plain plinth floor base. Moulded cornices run along the top shelf and desk body, and the piece shows slight surface wear to the timber. The dimensions measure 155 cm high, 137 cm wide, and 78 cm deep. Suitable for use in a home study or traditional library, this functional workstation provides ample storage across its multiple drawers and upper shelving compartments. The piece separates into four modular sections for straightforward positioning within a room.

FAQs

A Victorian cylinder desk features a solid, curved wooden front that rotates smoothly into the carcass to reveal an interior writing surface and fitted compartments.

These desks were typically constructed from solid oak, mahogany, or walnut, often incorporating dovetailed jointing, solid drawer linings, and iron or brass locking mechanisms.

Authentic 19th-century examples usually demonstrate hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass or steel lever locks, castors beneath the pedestals, and solid timber back panels rather than modern plywood.

Position the desk as a focal point in a dedicated home office or study, pairing it with contemporary task lighting and an ergonomic leather chair to complement the heavy wooden frame.

Keep the desk away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish twice yearly to preserve the original finish.

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