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.

Antique Burr Walnut Writing Table | Home Office Desk

1900 - 1920

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Antique Burr Walnut Writing Table | Home Office Desk

From ActFurniture LTD

£685

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Fine Quality Antique Edwardian Figured Mahogany Free Standing Sofa/side Table

1900 - 1920

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Fine Quality Antique Edwardian Figured Mahogany Free Standing Sofa/side Table

From London City Antiques

£3,345

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Antique Georgian Mahogany Lowboy / Hall Table

19th century

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Antique Georgian Mahogany Lowboy / Hall Table

From London City Antiques

£1,285

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19th century

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Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Side Table

From W H Barker Antiques

£225

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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

19th century

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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

From ActFurniture LTD

£495

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19th century

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Victorian Desk/ Writing Table

From Brookside Antiques

£595

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19th century

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French Normandy Table

From Sussex Antiques and Interiors

£850

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19th century

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Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

From ActFurniture LTD

£685

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Two Drawer English Burr Walnut Veneer Sewing Table

19th century

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Two Drawer English Burr Walnut Veneer Sewing Table

From The Old Cinema

£630

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1900 - 1920

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Jacobean Style Oak Side Table

From Shackladys 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.

George III Mahogany Bow Fronted Serving Table

19th century

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George III Mahogany Bow Fronted Serving Table

From Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

£950

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19th century

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Davenport Desk.

From A and B Antiques

£985

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Outstanding Quality Antique Burr Walnut Freestanding Standing Console/hall Table

1900 - 1920

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Outstanding Quality Antique Burr Walnut Freestanding Standing Console/hall Table

From London City Antiques

£1,850

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Mahogany Bow Front Side Table with Two Drawers

19th century

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Mahogany Bow Front Side Table with Two Drawers

From Stalham Antique Gallery

£325

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Victorian Pine Table with Single Drawer to Front Frieze

19th century

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Victorian Pine Table with Single Drawer to Front Frieze

From Browns Antiques and Reclamation

£495

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Antique 20th Century Walnut Side Table | Hidden Drawer

1900 - 1920

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Antique 20th Century Walnut Side Table | Hidden Drawer

From ActFurniture LTD

£425

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Antique Desk with Side Drawers

Antique Burr Walnut Writing Table | Home Office Desk

Fine Quality Antique Edwardian Figured Mahogany Free Standing Sofa/side Table

Antique Georgian Mahogany Lowboy / Hall Table

Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Side Table

Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

Victorian Desk/ Writing Table

French Normandy Table

Antique Victorian Mahogany Writing Table | Home Office Desk

Two Drawer English Burr Walnut Veneer Sewing Table

Jacobean Style Oak Side Table

George III Mahogany Bow Fronted Serving Table

Davenport Desk.

Outstanding Quality Antique Burr Walnut Freestanding Standing Console/hall Table

Mahogany Bow Front Side Table with Two Drawers

Victorian Pine Table with Single Drawer to Front Frieze

Antique 20th Century Walnut Side Table | Hidden Drawer

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