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.

18th century

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An Early 18th Century Side Table in Oak

From Wickersley Antiques

£450

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19th century

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Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk – Fine Quality

From Prior and Willis

£1,746

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18th century

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Georgian Side Table.

From Millers Antiques

£450

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19th century

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Victorian Walnut Davenport

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£750

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18th century

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Antique Oak Side Table

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£490

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Victorian Small Mahogany Centre Writing Table

19th century

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Victorian Small Mahogany Centre Writing Table

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£650

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19th century

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Antique Druce & Co. Wellington Chest

From John Howkins Antiques

£1,650

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18th century

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18th Century Oak Lamp Table

From Arcadia Antiques

£950

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1900 - 1920

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Oriental Side Table or Work Table

From Elmgarden

£990

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18th century

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Antique Oak Sidetable

From Deva Antiques

£485

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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.

Antique Georgian Revival Mahogany Writing Desk C.1880–1900 – Fine Quality Table

1900 - 1920

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Antique Georgian Revival Mahogany Writing Desk C.1880–1900 – Fine Quality Table

From Prior and Willis

£1,396

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Elegant Regency Brass Mounted Flame Mahogany Side Table

19th century

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Elegant Regency Brass Mounted Flame Mahogany Side Table

From Hansord Antiques

£1,850

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18th century

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18thc. Elm Side Table

From Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture

£1,250

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George 1v Mahogany 4 Drawer Kneehole Side Table

18th century

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George 1v Mahogany 4 Drawer Kneehole Side Table

From E W Cousins and Son

£950

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18th century

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18th Century Oak Lowboy

From Browns Antiques and Reclamation

£495

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Secretaire Wellington Chest of Drawers in Maple & Rosewood

19th century

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Secretaire Wellington Chest of Drawers in Maple & Rosewood

From AJD Antiques

£2,750

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Antique Desk with Side Drawers

An Early 18th Century Side Table in Oak

Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk – Fine Quality

Georgian Side Table.

Victorian Walnut Davenport

Antique Oak Side Table

Victorian Small Mahogany Centre Writing Table

Antique Druce & Co. Wellington Chest

18th Century Oak Lamp Table

Oriental Side Table or Work Table

Antique Oak Sidetable

Antique Georgian Revival Mahogany Writing Desk C.1880–1900 – Fine Quality Table

Elegant Regency Brass Mounted Flame Mahogany Side Table

18thc. Elm Side Table

George 1v Mahogany 4 Drawer Kneehole Side Table

18th Century Oak Lowboy

Secretaire Wellington Chest of Drawers in Maple & Rosewood

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