{"product_id":"antique-victorian-carved-oak-pedestal-writing-desk-gothic-revival-circa-1890","title":"Antique Victorian Carved Oak Pedestal Writing Desk – Gothic Revival – Circa 1890","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA magnificent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate Victorian carved oak pedestal writing desk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating from approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1880–1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining substantial proportions, exceptional storage and beautifully executed Gothic Revival-inspired detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed in richly toned oak, the desk has developed a deep, warm finish that beautifully highlights the natural grain and gives the piece tremendous presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe traditional twin-pedestal design incorporates \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeight practical drawers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with three drawers to each pedestal and two wide drawers positioned beneath the writing surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe upper drawers are particularly impressive, featuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeeply carved architectural Gothic-style panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that immediately distinguish this desk from more conventional Victorian examples. The lower drawers feature recessed panel fronts and are finished with ornate metal ring handles and decorative backplates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA substantial moulded top provides a generous working surface, while the central kneehole allows the desk to remain genuinely practical for everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis would make an exceptional statement desk for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehome office, library or study\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but its architectural character also makes it particularly effective within an English country, period or eclectic contemporary interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handsome piece of late Victorian furniture combining craftsmanship, practicality and over a century of naturally acquired character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Victorian pedestal writing desk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDating approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1880–1900\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMost likely circa \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1890\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOak construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGothic Revival-inspired design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEight practical storage drawers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwin pedestal configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful carved architectural detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecessed panel drawer fronts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrnate metal ring-pull handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative metal backplates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstantial moulded writing top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerous central kneehole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich natural oak grain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep, naturally aged finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent home-office or study piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 122 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 77 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 61 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKneehole Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 48 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKneehole Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 61 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: all dimensions are approximate and are provided as a guide only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in good antique condition with genuine signs of age and previous use consistent with a late 19th-century piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are age-related marks, scratches, knocks, rubbing and variations to the finish throughout. These imperfections are part of the desk’s history and contribute to its authentic antique character and individuality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery is not included in the purchase price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the substantial size and weight of this piece, delivery is undertaken by an independent furniture courier. Please contact us with your postcode \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebefore ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e so that we can provide a bespoke delivery quotation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Proudlove Studio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Proudlove Studio specialises in distinctive antique and vintage furniture, carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character and individuality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur collection celebrates beautifully made furniture from the past, giving individual pieces a new chapter within contemporary and traditional interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed Any Help?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor further information, additional photographs, availability or a personalised delivery quotation, please contact us via \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhatsApp Business\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhatsApp Business: \u003ca href=\"tel:07544%20898127\"\u003e07544 898127\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Proudlove Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54558793072967,"sku":null,"price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/8338\/6695\/files\/762790EE-1C88-449B-9EC6-DA504D7E66C0.png?v=1786199873","url":"https:\/\/theproudlovestudio.co.uk\/products\/antique-victorian-carved-oak-pedestal-writing-desk-gothic-revival-circa-1890","provider":"The Proudlove Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}