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We can trace the birth of our modern pedestal desks back to the Georgian Era. During the 17th Century a desk was usually no more than a simple sloped writing box on legs, As the 18th Century progressed and writing became a very fashionable pastime, so the humble desk soon became an object of intricate beauty. The finest makers such as Thomas Chippendale sported designs of grand desks within their design books incorporating flame Mahogany, marble and ebonised details. Cast brass handles and knobs finished off the look. Davenports, Knee-hole Desks and ladies Writing Desks emerged at the same time. As an overt status symbol such desks were always designed to impress. At the same time far more practical clerks desks were also being created for workers and those on lower incomes. Made from Oak, Pine or Walnut these country pieces were made to withstand daily use and often had plenty of small drawers for storing items.
For those looking to purchase a Georgian desk then their superior quality has meant many still exist to choose from. These were highly practical items which a great deal of effort went into constructing. As you sit at it remind yourself of the original owners who worked merely by candlelight and the sun to pen notes of thanks to friends and add up the day’s business takings. If you are a lover of history, then these desks have so many tales they could tell.
At LoveAntiques we have a great selection of quality Antique Georgian Desks for sale as well as Vintage pieces which celebrate the style.
£ 450
Founders Antiques
Antique Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Side Table / Writing Desk
£ 445
Harper Baxter
18th Century Georgian Desk Kneehole
£ 550
Harper Baxter
18th Century Oak Writing Table Georgian Desk
£ 740
Harper Baxter
Georgian Mahogany Writing Table
£ 980
London City Antiques
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Secretaire Desk
£ 2,685
London City Antiques
Antique George III Quality Walnut Kneehole Desk
£ 2,850
Harper Baxter
Regency Rosewood Library Desk Leather Top
£ 1,100
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Writing Table In Mahogany
£ 425
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Fine Quality Writing Table In Mahogany
£ 550
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Bobbin Turned Writing Table In Oak
£ 685
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Heavily Carved Bureau In Oak
£ 525
London City Antiques
Unusual Antique George III Quality Mahogany Writing Desk
£ 1,285
Philip Hunt Antiques
Small Georgian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
£ 1,050
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Regency Mahogany Desk Stamped John Gregory London
£ 1,250
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Georgian Mahogany Writing Table
£ 1,950
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
Compact Georgian Kneehole Desk with Drop Front Drawer
£ 3,675
Compact Georgian Kneehole Desk with Drop Front Drawer
£ 3,675
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
Wickersley Antiques
A Super 18th Century Kneehole Desk English Walnut
£ 750
Philip Hunt Antiques
Good Quality Georgian Mahogany Pedestal Desk
£ 1,150
Antique & Decorative
William IV Mahogany Writing Table
£ 720
LT Antiques
Rare Georgian Mahogany Architects Table Desk
£ 1,275
Prior & Willis Antiques
Antique Queen Anne Early 18th Century Inlaid Burr Walnut Escritoire Desk Chest - Fine Quality
£ 4,196
Antique Queen Anne Early 18th Century Inlaid Burr Walnut Escritoire Desk Chest - Fine Quality
£ 4,196
Prior & Willis Antiques
London City Antiques
Antique George III Quality Figured Mahogany Secretaire Desk/Cabinet
£ 2,250
Antique George III Quality Figured Mahogany Secretaire Desk/Cabinet
£ 2,250
London City Antiques
Prior & Willis Antiques
Antique Fine Quality Georgian Mahogany Writing Dressing Table 19th Century Desk Side
£ 1,396
Antique Fine Quality Georgian Mahogany Writing Dressing Table 19th Century Desk Side
£ 1,396
Prior & Willis Antiques
£ 850
Whites Antiques
Fine Mahogany Regency Pedestal Library/Writing Table
£ 2,995
Philip Hunt Antiques
Superb Georgian Mahogany Cylinder Desk
£ 2,450
Philip Hunt Antiques
Georgian Mahogany Partners Desk
£ 2,950
Marylebone Antiques
Antique Mahogany Georgian Period Tambour Top Desk
£ 1,250
Prior & Willis Antiques
Fine Quality Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table - Early 19th Century Desk Side Dressing
£ 1,396
Fine Quality Antique Georgian Mahogany Writing Table - Early 19th Century Desk Side Dressing
£ 1,396
Prior & Willis Antiques
Prior & Willis Antiques
Fine Quality Antique Georgian Cuban Mahogany Writing Table - Late 18th Century Desk Side Dressing
£ 1,396
Fine Quality Antique Georgian Cuban Mahogany Writing Table - Late 18th Century Desk Side Dressing
£ 1,396
Prior & Willis Antiques
London City Antiques
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Freestanding Leather Top Writing Desk
£ 3,250
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Freestanding Leather Top Writing Desk
£ 3,250
London City Antiques
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Regency Writing Table with Trestle Ends
£ 2,350
Antique & Modern Living
Fine Rosewood Partners Writing Table
£ 4,950
£ 1,150
Marylebone Antiques
Antique William IV Rosewood Writing Table / Desk
£ 1,750
Wick Antiques Ltd
Amboyna & Gilt Library Table Attributed to Morel & Seddon
£ 34,500
House of Clarnold
Georgian Writing Desk
£ 995
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Writing Table by Holland and Sons Ltd
£ 1,250
Story Antique Clocks
A Fine Example of a Georgian Davenport
£ 2,200
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