What periods do these desks cover?

The pieces span from the eighteenth century through the Georgian, Regency, Victorian, and Edwardian eras up to the early twentieth century. Materials and styles shift accordingly from early oak lowboys to later walnut and mahogany writing tables. Victorian and Edwardian examples form a large portion of the available selection, reflecting shifts in domestic workspace requirements over time.

How do I identify a lowboy?

A lowboy is a small table with drawers, typically dating from the eighteenth century in oak or walnut. They sit lower than standard modern desks and generally feature delicate legs. These versatile tables were used for dressing or writing in period homes and fit well into smaller rooms today.

Were these desks used for writing?

Many examples are designated as writing tables, writing desks, or secretaires, built specifically for correspondence and paperwork. Others started as side tables, console tables, or serving tables that incorporated drawers for storage. Their surfaces and drawer layouts suit modern use as compact writing stations or hallway desks.

What woods were commonly used?

Mahogany, oak, and pine appear most frequently, alongside walnut, burr walnut, satin birch, and rosewood. Country pieces often utilise pine or oak, while formal parlour desks favour mahogany and walnut. Secondary woods like deal or pine were frequently used for drawer linings and internal framing.

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An antique desk with side drawers brings functional storage and period craftsmanship into a room.

19th century

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Antique Pine Side Console Table

From Penderyn Antiques

£395

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19th century

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Antique Small Pine Kitchen Table

From Penderyn Antiques

£595

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Antique Edwardian Superior Quality Ladies Writing Desk C1900-15

1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Superior Quality Ladies Writing Desk C1900-15

From Mews Antiques

£325

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A Small Regency Pollard Oak Writing Table

19th century

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A Small Regency Pollard Oak Writing Table

From John Carroll Antiques ltd.

£6,500

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Georgian Mahogany Single Drawer Writing Table.

18th century

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Georgian Mahogany Single Drawer Writing Table.

From Ruby Antiques

£240

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18th century

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Antique 18th Century Oak Side Table

From Penderyn Antiques

£595

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1900 - 1920

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Walnut 2 Drawer Side Table

From Philip Hunt Antiques

£925

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Antique C.1925 Painted Writing / Kitchen Table with Drawers – Quality

1900 - 1920

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Antique C.1925 Painted Writing / Kitchen Table with Drawers – Quality

From Prior and Willis

£1,046

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18th century

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George III Period Mahogany Side Table with Drawer, Late 18th Century

From Salisbury Antiques Centre

£375

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George IV Neat-sized Mahogany Side or Writing Table

19th century

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George IV Neat-sized Mahogany Side or Writing Table

From Georgian Antiques

£1,095

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Listings feature pieces spanning the 18th century, Georgian, Regency, Victorian, Edwardian, and 1920 periods in mahogany, oak, pine, walnut, and brass.

Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Desk

19th century

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Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Desk

From Church Street Antiques & Interiors

£1,250

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19th century

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Victorian Writing Table

From Douglas George Antiques

£875

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Antique Flemish Carved Oak Buffet Table Green Man Gothic Revival Side Desk 1900

19th century

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Antique Flemish Carved Oak Buffet Table Green Man Gothic Revival Side Desk 1900

From Lincoln Restorations

£495

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18th century

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Gillows George IV Mahogany Davenport

From Camden Antiques

£2,650

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Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport Desk, English, C.1860

19th century

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Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport Desk, English, C.1860

From Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

£1,175

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18th century

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Antique 18th Century Georgian Walnut Writing Table – Fine Quality

From Prior and Willis

£2,096

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Antique Desk with Side Drawers

Antique Pine Side Console Table

Antique Small Pine Kitchen Table

Antique Edwardian Superior Quality Ladies Writing Desk C1900-15

A Small Regency Pollard Oak Writing Table

Georgian Mahogany Single Drawer Writing Table.

Antique 18th Century Oak Side Table

Walnut 2 Drawer Side Table

Antique C.1925 Painted Writing / Kitchen Table with Drawers – Quality

George III Period Mahogany Side Table with Drawer, Late 18th Century

George IV Neat-sized Mahogany Side or Writing Table

Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Desk

Victorian Writing Table

Antique Flemish Carved Oak Buffet Table Green Man Gothic Revival Side Desk 1900

Gillows George IV Mahogany Davenport

Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport Desk, English, C.1860

Antique 18th Century Georgian Walnut Writing Table – Fine Quality

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