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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Rustic French Side Table

From Claire Langley Antiques

£480

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19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Writing Table

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£790

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19th century

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Georgian Mahogany Side Table

From Philip Hunt Antiques

£685

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19th century

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Victorian Pine Kitchen Table

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£390

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Lamb of Manchester Chamber Writing Table

19th century

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Lamb of Manchester Chamber Writing Table

From W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

£1,950

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Victorian Mahogany Side Table with Drawer

19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Side Table with Drawer

From AJD Antiques

£440

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18th century

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Mid 18th Century Oak Lowboy / Side Table

From Holmes Antiques

£1,800

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Regency Mahogany 3 Drawer Bowfront Kneehole Side Table

19th century

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Regency Mahogany 3 Drawer Bowfront Kneehole Side Table

From E W Cousins and Son

£850

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19th century

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Regency Mahogany Sidetable

From Deva Antiques

£395

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High Quality Antique Satinwood Writing Table by Gillows

19th century

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High Quality Antique Satinwood Writing Table by Gillows

From Driscolls Antiques Ltd

£1,650

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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.

19th century

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Regency Mahogany Sofa Table

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£790

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19th century

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Antique Writing or Occasional Table

From Moxhams Antiques

£2,650

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Victorian Mahogany 2 Drawer Writing Table

19th century

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Victorian Mahogany 2 Drawer Writing Table

From Philip Hunt Antiques

£795

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19th century

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19th Century Elm Side Table

From Timberhill Gallery

£325

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1900 - 1920

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Large Golden Oak Writing Table

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£790

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18th century

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George II Cherrywood Lowboy

From Salisbury Antiques Centre

£1,950

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Antique Desk with Side Drawers

Rustic French Side Table

Victorian Mahogany Writing Table

Georgian Mahogany Side Table

Victorian Pine Kitchen Table

Lamb of Manchester Chamber Writing Table

Victorian Mahogany Side Table with Drawer

Mid 18th Century Oak Lowboy / Side Table

Regency Mahogany 3 Drawer Bowfront Kneehole Side Table

Regency Mahogany Sidetable

High Quality Antique Satinwood Writing Table by Gillows

Regency Mahogany Sofa Table

Antique Writing or Occasional Table

Victorian Mahogany 2 Drawer Writing Table

19th Century Elm Side Table

Large Golden Oak Writing Table

George II Cherrywood Lowboy

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