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Very Nice Victorian Desk
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Very Nice Victorian Desk

19th century
Sold 1 November 2025 · Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
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A very goo Victorian mahogany kneehole writing desk, seven drawers with brass handles, storage cabinets each side, freestanding, green leather on original castors, very good overall condiiton.

29" high

4ft length

29" depth

Kneehole 23" high 19" wide

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You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

Please contact us for more images,  Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 1880s.

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SA957898
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All measurements are taken at the widest points.

Please call 07968450046 for more information on this item.

We recommend that you arrange an appointment to view the items before you buy them. Appointments to view our stock can be arranged by contacting us via email donna.fernyhough@ntlworld.com or you can call 07968450046 (lines open 9am-10pm, 365 days a year)

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Description
A very goo Victorian mahogany kneehole writing desk, seven drawers with brass handles, storage cabinets each side, freestanding, green leather on original castors, very good overall condiiton.

29" high

fig 1. A rectangular Victorian pedestal desk in dark mahogany featuring a green leather writing surface, multiple drawers with brass drop handles, and turned legs with castors.
fig 1. Very Nice Victorian Desk

4ft length

29" depth

Kneehole 23" high 19" wide

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

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Please contact us for more images,  Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham).
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

Date of Manufacture

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA957898
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Seven showrooms of excellent quality antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I A rectangular Victorian pedestal desk in dark mahogany featuring a green leather writing surface, multiple drawers with brass drop handles, and turned legs with castors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Very Nice Victorian Desk

Archive II A rectangular Victorian pedestal desk in dark mahogany featuring a green leather writing surface, multiple drawers with brass drop handles, and turned legs with castors. View II
Archive III A rectangular Victorian pedestal desk in dark mahogany featuring a green leather writing surface, multiple drawers with brass drop handles, and turned legs with castors. View III
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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07968 45 00 46
Location
Unit 5
The Elms Business Park
Appleby Magna
Derbyshire
DE12 7AP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/fernyhough
Verified Since Jan 2011
Items For Sale 565
Items Sold 4,249
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A rectangular Victorian pedestal desk in dark mahogany featuring a green leather writing surface, multiple drawers with brass drop handles, and turned legs with castors.
Very Nice Victorian Desk
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A rectangular Victorian pedestal desk in dark mahogany featuring a green leather writing surface, multiple drawers with brass drop handles, and turned legs with castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsInset leather top, Brass drop handles, Turned legs with castors, Multiple pedestal drawers

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Victorian desks are characterised by their solid construction, use of dark dense woods such as mahogany or walnut, and functional designs that often incorporate multiple drawers and leather writing surfaces.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid hardwoods and veneers, featuring dovetailed drawer joints, brass hardware, and hand-tooled leather inserts on the desktop.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery like hand-cut dovetails, traditional tool marks, natural patina on the wood and brass, and historical construction techniques without modern fasteners.

Pair the piece with modern minimalist seating to create a striking contrast, or anchor a traditional study by positioning it centrally with a contemporary table lamp.

Maintain the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, apply quality beeswax periodically, and clean leather surfaces with a dry or barely damp cloth.
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