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Antique Victorian Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful antique late Victorian mahogany partners pedestal desk, circa 1880 in date
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestal Desk, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Late Victorian Flame mahogany string inlaid and satinwood crossbanded
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany, Satinwood

English Victorian Brass Double Inkwell Desk Stand
Located in Austin, TX
Inkwell Desk Stand is a splendid testament to the Victorian era's affinity for detail and grandeur. The
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk, 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique late Victorian flame mahogany partners pedestal desk, circa 1880 in
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk by Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
wood crossbanded Architects desk by the renowned Victorian retailer and cabinet makers Edwards
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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dickens Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a truly superb antique Victorian Period burr walnut Dickens pedestal desk, circa 1880 in
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Partners Pedestal Desk 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a fine and very rare antique Victorian burr walnut twin pedestal partners desk, Circa 1860
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Victorian Era Inkstand with Boulle Marquetry in Ebonised Wood and Brass
By J. C. Vickery
Located in London, GB
Victorian era inkstand with Boulle marquetry in ebonised wood and brass English, dated 1853
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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

19th Century Victorian English Double Inkwell Desk Set
Located in Forney, TX
A charming Victorian era English silver plate desk stand, born in the late 19th century, having two
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Desk Sets

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Silver Plate

English Victorian Mahogany 19th Century Wash Stand or Desk
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Victorian Washstand A Victorian-era mahogany washstand with aesthetically pleasing legs
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Antique Late 19th Century European Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Partners Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Victorian flame mahogany and satinwood crossbanded pedestal partners
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Antique 1860s English Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Rare Victorian Holland and Sons Double Sided Hardwood Partner Desk Writing Table
By Holland & Sons
Located in GB
Cope & Collingson who made the finest castors of the Victorian era, there work was so good they were
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

Antique English Victorian Mahogany Folding Military Campaign Writing Desks
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Civil War era British campaign writing desks. Made of mahogany featuring a folding form that
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Antique Mid-19th Century Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Antique English Victorian Era Golden Oak and Brass Letter Rack, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
This little letter rack is the perfect size for use on a desk, in the kitchen, or anywhere you need
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Antique Late 19th Century English More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Antique Roll-Top Desk, English, Bureau, Aesthetic Period, Victorian, Circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Period taste, dating to the late Victorian era, circa 1880. Beautifully appointed desk, perfect for the
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Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

Victorian Walnut Cylinder Roll Up Desk with Secret Drawer, 1830s
By Antonio Sotomayor
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
mahogany desk is a true testament to the quality craftsmanship and refined style of the Victorian era. With
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Vintage 1930s British Victorian Desks

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Fruitwood

Victorian Edwardian 1900 Desk Inkwell Box in Faux Tortoise Shell and Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
during the Victorian and the Edwardian periods, back in the 1900. This is a very decorative travel-desk
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

Rare Victorian Burr Oak & Walnut Merryweather London 1885 Stamped Desk, Leather
By Merryweather and Sons 1
Located in GB
Merryweather Holloway in the late Victorian era. The desk has the original silver leaf embossed green leather
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Desks

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Leather, Oak, Walnut

Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
bygone era to a special place in your home with this fabulous antique desk. With working locks and key
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Antique 1880s Desks

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Mahogany

With Certificate Antique Shannon File Co Victorian Walnut Tambour Desk Must See
By The Shannon File Cabinet
Located in GB
most complicated and intricately made desks in the Victorian era. They exhibited in the Royal Jubilee
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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Desks

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Walnut

Victorian Style Library Table with Black Writing Surface
Located in Toronto, CA
, craftsmanship and functionality in way that epitomizes the Victorian era. Please inspect the photos and the
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Early 20th Century Canadian Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

19th Century Victorian Amboyna Inlaid Bonheur Du Jour
Located in London, GB
imposing and functional item of furniture that is so typical of the Victorian era. We are pleased to be
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Ormolu

Antique Thomas Turner Manchester English Mahogany Writing Desk Library Table
By Thomas Turner
Located in Dayton, OH
"An antique Thomas Turner English Victorian era writing desk. Made from solid mahogany with a
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

RJ Horner Style Carved Maiden Figural Mahogany Partners Desk Writing Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful late Victorian era 1880s solid mahogany partners desk. The desk is done in the
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Antique 1870s American Late Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
prolific in the late Victorian and Edwardian era, specialising in fine quality furniture, designed and
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Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
H 31.1 in W 48.03 in D 27.56 in
Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Antique Victorian rosewood davenport, a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the era. The
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks

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Rosewood

Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport
Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport
H 33.47 in W 22.84 in D 23.23 in
Exhibition Quality Mahogany Cylinder Desk, Maple & Co
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Blundell. The company was most prolific in the late Victorian and Edwardian era, specialising in fine
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Antique Late 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

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Mahogany

Victorian Library Table by Holland & Sons
By Holland & Sons
Located in New Orleans, LA
wealthy Victorian tastes. The piece is attributed to Holland & Sons, a firm regarded as one of the most
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks

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Leather, Mahogany

Rare Victorian Bronze Biomorphic Paperweight Addams Family Style Hand Sculpture
Located in Hyattsville, MD
papers." Reminiscent of the odd fellows Victorian Era designs, unknown maker or designer. Not signed.
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Antique 19th Century American Late Victorian Paperweights

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Bronze

English Victorian Period 19th Century Porcelain Inkwell with Brass Putto Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Created in England during the Victorian era, this inkwell features a blue porcelain base adorned with
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Antique English Bronze, Brass and Glass Inkstand / Inkwell, circa 1870 Victorian
Located in Bath, GB
; Victorian in era dating to circa 1870. The footprint spans 10" x 8 1/2" and 4" tall at the rear; each
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Antique 1870s English Late Victorian Inkwells

Playing Cats or Kittens, Gilded Bronze Desk Set, c.1890
Located in Bath, GB
feature cast cats or kittens playing with rugs and carpets. Dating to the late Victorian era, circa 1890
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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Desk Sets

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Bronze

Playing Cats or Kittens, Gilded Bronze Desk Set, c.1890
Playing Cats or Kittens, Gilded Bronze Desk Set, c.1890
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H 7 in W 4.88 in D 4.88 in
Antique English Sterling Silver Victorian Inkstand
Located in New Orleans, LA
A very handsome double inkwell from the Victorian era.
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Antique Late 19th Century English Inkwells

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Sterling Silver

Asprey Desk Set and Document Holder, English, circa 1875
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Incline Village, NV
regardless. The entire set is in excellent all original condition and dates from the Victorian era circa
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Desk Sets

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Brass

Antique Burr Walnut Pedestal Desk by Gillow & Co 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian burr walnut pedestal desk, by the world renowned cabinet maker
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Antique 1880s English Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Walnut

Two 19th Century English Walnut Carved Victorian Dachshund Wiener Dog Inkwells
Located in Haarlem, NL
Set of two very cute original 19th century carved wooden Victorian era wiener dogs or dachshund
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Victorian Slate Paperweight of Hand style of Odd Fellows Hands Offs Sculpture
Located in Hyattsville, MD
. Reminiscent of the odd fellows Victorian Era designs.
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Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Paperweights

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Slate

19th Century Victorian Blackened Lignum Vitae Bull/Pug Dog with Bow Tie Inkwell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
era. Add a touch of sporting elegance to your desk. This inkwell is a testament to the artistry and
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Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Inkwells

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Metal, Brass

Antique Edwardian Kidney Writing Table Desk Secret Drawers 19th C
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
metallic makers plate, stamped, Maple & Co, London, Paris, Buenos Aires, By Royal Appointment. The desk
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Antique 1890s English Edwardian Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

English Victorian Period 19th Century Wood or Horn Letter Opener
Located in Atlanta, GA
the charm of the Victorian era with this exquisite English Victorian period letter opener, crafted in
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Letter Openers

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Horn, Wood

Antique Ladies Morning Room Desk, English, Writing Table, Aesthetic Period, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
table with Aesthetic Period taste, dating to the Victorian era, circa 1880. A treat of craftsmanship
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Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Fine Antique George III circa 1820 Metamorphic Library Desk into Bookcase Ladder
Located in GB
Georgian to early Victorian era The one is a very fine, restored example, the steps are hidden inside
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Antique 1820s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
made in the victorian era being overly fussy and often of questionable construction quality. This
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks

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Elm

Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk
Regency Burr Elm Davenport Desk
H 31 in W 18 in D 23 in
Edwardian 1905 Desk Matches Box in Bronze and Crocodile Leather
Located in Miami, FL
: No marks. Edwardian era, like the Georgian and Victorian eras before it, derives its name from the
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desk Sets

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Bronze

Pair of Late Victorian English Ivory Letter Openers with Sterling Silver Handles
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted during the Late Victorian era in England, this pair of letter openers/bone folders exudes timeless
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Letter Openers

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Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian 1905 Handle Desk Magnifier Glass in Sterling Silver and Bamboo Wood
Located in Miami, FL
Georgian and Victorian eras before it, derives its name from the reign of the English King, Edward VII
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desk Sets

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Fine Quality Antique Edwardian Freestanding Mahogany Inlaid Cylinder Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Victorian and Edwardian eras. The company became one of the prime makers and suppliers of furniture to the
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desks

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Other

16TH CENTURY MUSEUM QUALITY EXHiBITION HAND CARVED ITALIAN CASSONE DESK TABLE
Located in GB
was later adapted to a pedestal desk, the work appears to have been completed in the early Victorian
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Antique 16th Century Italian Desks

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Oak

Fine Restored Hamptons Burr Walnut Cushion Drawer Brown Leather Partner Desk
Located in GB
early Victorian era, they are highly collectable due to the sublime quality and craftsmanship
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20th Century British Regency Desks

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Leather, Walnut

Edwardian 1910 Swiss Easel Back Desk Table Clock In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
and Victorian eras before it, derives its name from the reign of the English King, Edward VII (1901
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Vintage 1910s Swiss Edwardian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century English Brass Calendar and Letter Holder
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome, stately desk calendar and letter holder from the Victorian era. It's hand-forged from
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Desk Sets

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Brass

Handsome Large Antique Wooden Black Forest Dog Inkwell c.1890
Located in Bath, GB
around 1890, Victorian in era. 3 1/2" wide x 4 1/2" deep x 4 3/4" tall. Excellent condition. Item ID
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Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Inkwells

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Fruitwood

UNIQUE PAIR OF ANTIQUE JOHN STONE'S MINIATURE GLOBES ON CORINTHIAN PiLLED BASES
Located in GB
bases These are simply put the finest little pieces of desk art I have ever seen, the are absolutely
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desk Sets

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Wood

Magnificent Antique English Novelty Inkwell / Pen Tray - Parrot With Glass Eyes
Located in Bath, GB
Victorian era, circa 1890. 12 1/2" in length x 4" x 5" tall. Item ID: 40439.  
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Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Antique English Novelty Equestrian Inkwell, Horse, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
on the finest of desk-tops or a must-have for the avid equestrian collector. Victorian in era and
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

Antique English Bronze Dog Inkwell, King Charles Spaniel, c.1880
Located in Bath, GB
hinged head lifts to reveal a removable glass ink chamber. Victorian in era, dating to c.1880 it
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Antique 1880s European Late Victorian Inkwells

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Bronze

FINE & UNIQUE PAIR OF ANTIQUE 1887 MARYS CELESTIAL GLOBES SKEWING / MALIN & SONs
Located in GB
another time, just imagine how impressive these were in the Victorian era I have another pair listed
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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Desk Sets

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Wood

Antique English Novelty Inkwell, Sledgehammer to Crack a Nut, circa 1890
Located in Bath, GB
original little removable glass liner. The underside retains the original leather covering. Victorian in
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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Inkwells

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Brass

21st Century Italy Sterling Silver Letter tray
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
silver very popular in the late Victorian era. The scrolls design covers the entire bottom of the tray
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Early 2000s Italian Victorian Desk Sets

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Sterling Silver

Antique English Novelty Pen / Nib Wipe, circa 1880
Located in Bath, GB
, Victorian in era. Measures: 2 1/2" x 2" x 2 1/2" tall. Item ID: 39685.  
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian More Desk Accessories

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Brass

Antique English Novelty Pen / Nib Wipe, circa 1880
Antique English Novelty Pen / Nib Wipe, circa 1880
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Victorian Era Desks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of victorian era desks available for sale. Each of these unique victorian era desks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. Victorian era desks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of victorian era desks to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian victorian era desks are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made victorian era desks over the years, but those made by Mappin Brothers are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Victorian Era Desks?

Prices for victorian era desks start at $260 and top out at $7,850 with the average selling for $1,030.
Questions About Victorian Era Desks
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Secretary desks originated in the early 18th century. They were typically used by secretaries and clerks and featured plenty of compacted drawers for stationary storage. On 1stDibs, find a collection of secretary desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because the United States isn't ruled by a king or queen, the time of 1840–1900 in America is broken down into many different names. There is the timeline surrounding the Civil War: The Antebellum (pre-Civil War), Civil War (1861–1865), Reconstruction (1865–1876). There are other names, including the Industrial Age (post Civil War), the Populist Era (1890's), and the Gilded Age (post-Civil War era of government corruption).
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.