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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19th Century Oak 2 Drawer Bobbin Leg Side/hall Table

From Y Not Antiques

£450

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19thc Kingwood Parquetry Table Ormolu Mounts with Drawer & Makers Label.

19th century

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19thc Kingwood Parquetry Table Ormolu Mounts with Drawer & Makers Label.

From Helios and Co Antiques

£2,250

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18th century

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Georgian Mahogany Lowboy

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£325

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Victorian Inlaid 4 Drawer Walnut Davenport.

19th century

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Victorian Inlaid 4 Drawer Walnut Davenport.

From Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

£240

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George 1v Mahogany 5 Drawer Bowfront Kneehole Side Table

18th century

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George 1v Mahogany 5 Drawer Bowfront Kneehole Side Table

From E W Cousins and Son

£1,100

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18th century

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Oak Lowboy/side Table

From Midwinter Antiques

£995

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19th century

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19th Century Hungarian Ash Single Drawer Side Table

From Blank Canvas Antiques

£780

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1900 - 1920

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Burr Walnut Lowboy

From Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

£895

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Oriental Red Lacquered Side Table or Writing Table

19th century

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Oriental Red Lacquered Side Table or Writing Table

From Elmgarden

£925

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18th century

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Fruit Wood Side Table with Wood-turned Legs and Stretchers, 18th Century.

From The Collector Antiques

£495

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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.

Chippendale Period Mahogany Pembroke Table

19th century

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Chippendale Period Mahogany Pembroke Table

From Georgian Antiques

£2,500

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19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Dining Table

From Affordable Old Furniture

£450

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Small Proportioned French Provincial Cherry Wood Table

1900 - 1920

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Small Proportioned French Provincial Cherry Wood Table

From Worboys Antiques

£585

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Regency Mahogany Dressing Table/writing Table by Gillows of Lancaster

19th century

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Regency Mahogany Dressing Table/writing Table by Gillows of Lancaster

From Spencer Robertson Antiques

£5,600

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1900 - 1920

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Large Chinese Elm Altar Style Table

From Georgian Antiques

£770

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18th century

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Welsh Oak Side Table, Circa 1780

From WelshAntiques

£2,450

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Antique Desk with Side Drawers

19th Century Oak 2 Drawer Bobbin Leg Side/hall Table

19thc Kingwood Parquetry Table Ormolu Mounts with Drawer & Makers Label.

Georgian Mahogany Lowboy

Victorian Inlaid 4 Drawer Walnut Davenport.

George 1v Mahogany 5 Drawer Bowfront Kneehole Side Table

Oak Lowboy/side Table

19th Century Hungarian Ash Single Drawer Side Table

Burr Walnut Lowboy

Oriental Red Lacquered Side Table or Writing Table

Fruit Wood Side Table with Wood-turned Legs and Stretchers, 18th Century.

Chippendale Period Mahogany Pembroke Table

Victorian Mahogany Dining Table

Small Proportioned French Provincial Cherry Wood Table

Regency Mahogany Dressing Table/writing Table by Gillows of Lancaster

Large Chinese Elm Altar Style Table

Welsh Oak Side Table, Circa 1780

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