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Style: Early Victorian
HUGE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN THOMAS CHIPPENDALE ESTATE DESK OR TWO SIDEBOARD DRAWERs
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, absolutely massive Estate made desk, Island or pair of Sideboards hand carved in the Thomas C...
Category

19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Hardwood

HUGE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN THOMAS CHIPPENDALE ESTATE DESK OR TWO SIDEBOARD DRAWERs
HUGE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN THOMAS CHIPPENDALE ESTATE DESK OR TWO SIDEBOARD DRAWERs

HUGE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN THOMAS CHIPPENDALE ESTATE DESK OR TWO SIDEBOARD DRAWERs

19th Century Burr Walnut Desk
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A smart C19th burr walnut desk of inverted breakfront form, the top inset with the original burgundy leather and tooling to the edge, above an arrangement of graduating drawers and c...
Category

1850s English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century Burr Walnut Desk
19th Century Burr Walnut Desk

19th Century Burr Walnut Desk

19th Century mahogany partners writing desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A lovely quality mid 19th Century mahogany partners writing desk / table, the moulded edge top with mahogany crossbanding, having a green leather writing surface decorated with gold ...
Category

1840s British Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century mahogany partners writing desk
19th Century mahogany partners writing desk

19th Century mahogany partners writing desk

19th Century Mahogany Partners Writing Table
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century Mahogany partners writing table, having a black leather writing surface decorated with gilt and blind tooling , two drawers either side with the original brass ring hand...
Category

1840s British Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Partners Writing Table
19th Century Mahogany Partners Writing Table

19th Century Mahogany Partners Writing Table

Beautiful Early-Victorian Walnut Davenport
Located in Crawley, GB
A Beautiful early-Victorian walnut Davenport fitted with four side drawers and raised on carved scroll supports.With a lift lid desk with 2 internal d...
Category

Early 19th Century British Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Beautiful Early-Victorian Walnut Davenport
Beautiful Early-Victorian Walnut Davenport

Beautiful Early-Victorian Walnut Davenport

English Mid-19th Century Mahogany Writing, Library or Sofa Table Pedestal Ends
Located in Wells, ME
English Early Victorian mahogany leather top writing, library, or sofa table with bold pedestal ends. This simple yet handsome table has tapered, turned pedestal ends which are cente...
Category

1840s English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Cowhide, Mahogany

English Mid-19th Century Mahogany Writing, Library or Sofa Table Pedestal Ends
English Mid-19th Century Mahogany Writing, Library or Sofa Table Pedestal Ends

English Mid-19th Century Mahogany Writing, Library or Sofa Table Pedestal Ends

Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this early Victorian Military Campaign writing slope in the form of a Davenport desk circa 1840-1860 in solid mahogany I’ve only ever seen one o...
Category

1840s English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk
Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk

Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1840 POLLARD OAK BROWN LEATHER TOP WRiTING LIBRARY TABLE DESK
By Holland & Sons
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning rare and original Circa 1840 Pollard Oak Library writing table or desk with Chestnut Brown lea...
Category

1840s English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Oak

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1840 POLLARD OAK BROWN LEATHER TOP WRiTING LIBRARY TABLE DESK
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1840 POLLARD OAK BROWN LEATHER TOP WRiTING LIBRARY TABLE DESK

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1840 POLLARD OAK BROWN LEATHER TOP WRiTING LIBRARY TABLE DESK

Antique English Walnut Military Campaign Chest or Lap Desk with Brass Mounts
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique campaign box is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1820 and done in the period Victoria...
Category

Early 19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique English Walnut Military Campaign Chest or Lap Desk with Brass Mounts
Antique English Walnut Military Campaign Chest or Lap Desk with Brass Mounts

Antique English Walnut Military Campaign Chest or Lap Desk with Brass Mounts

Antique English Wood & Brass Travelling Lap Desk and Document Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique lap desk and document box is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1825 and done in the period...
Category

Early 19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Wood & Brass Travelling Lap Desk and Document Box
Antique English Wood & Brass Travelling Lap Desk and Document Box

Antique English Wood & Brass Travelling Lap Desk and Document Box

Early 19th Century Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th century mahogany pedestal desk, the moulded edge top having a brown leather writing surface decorated with gold and blin...
Category

1840s British Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Early 19th Century Mahogany Pedestal Desk

Early 19th Century Mahogany Pedestal Desk

Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut and Leather Davenport or Ship Captain’s Desk
Located in Charleston, SC
Fine quality antique English leather top inlaid burr walnut davenport or ship captain's desk with lift-up top revealing a series of side by side small drawers. The exterior has a ban...
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Boxwood, Walnut

Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut and Leather Davenport or Ship Captain’s Desk
Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut and Leather Davenport or Ship Captain’s Desk

Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut and Leather Davenport or Ship Captain’s Desk

Early Victorian Burl Walnut 2 Pedestal Desk
Located in New York, NY
Early Victorian Burl Walnut 2 Pedestal Desk With Cigar box mahogany drawers & brass hardware With 3 keys. Also comes with later glass top
Category

1840s English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Early Victorian Burl Walnut 2 Pedestal Desk
Early Victorian Burl Walnut 2 Pedestal Desk

Early Victorian Burl Walnut 2 Pedestal Desk

Early Victorian Oak Escritoire Desk Oriental Tapestry Laptop Work Table Campaign
Located in GB
We are delighted to this very rare Victorian oak Escritoire drop front desk with Oriental tapestry and campaign handles A very good looking early ...
Category

19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Tapestry, Oak

Early Victorian Oak Escritoire Desk Oriental Tapestry Laptop Work Table Campaign
Early Victorian Oak Escritoire Desk Oriental Tapestry Laptop Work Table Campaign

Early Victorian Oak Escritoire Desk Oriental Tapestry Laptop Work Table Campaign

Sublime Hand Carved from Top to Bottom Antique Victorian 1850 Knee Hole Desk
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and really quite rare original early Victorian hand carved solid mahogany Knee hole desk A very decorative piece, originally made ...
Category

1850s English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Hardwood

Sublime Hand Carved from Top to Bottom Antique Victorian 1850 Knee Hole Desk
Sublime Hand Carved from Top to Bottom Antique Victorian 1850 Knee Hole Desk

Sublime Hand Carved from Top to Bottom Antique Victorian 1850 Knee Hole Desk

Stamped Gillows Lancaster Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Figured Oak
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and exceptionally rare Gillows Lancaster twin pedestal double sided partner desk in panelled figured oak An exceptionally rare exa...
Category

19th Century English Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Amboyna

Stamped Gillows Lancaster Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Figured Oak
Stamped Gillows Lancaster Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Figured Oak

Stamped Gillows Lancaster Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Figured Oak

19th Century burr walnut pedestal kidney shaped desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
A freestanding 19th Century burr walnut pedestal kidney shaped desk of exceptional quality, the moulded edge top having a tan brown leather writing surface decorated with gilt toolin...
Category

1860s British Antique Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

19th Century burr walnut pedestal kidney shaped desk
19th Century burr walnut pedestal kidney shaped desk

19th Century burr walnut pedestal kidney shaped desk

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Early Victorian desks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Early Victorian desks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage desks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Early Victorian desks made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original desks, popular names associated with this style include Gillows of Lancaster & London, and Holland & Sons. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for desks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $899 and tops out at $22,640 while the average work can sell for $3,988.

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