Antique English Pedestal Desk in Oak & Leather from Merryweather & Son, 1890s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

This is an antique single-piece show desk. An English, oak and leather pedestal desk for central room placement by Merryweather & Son, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Superb showpiece desk, with fully finished form and attractive appearance
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Warm biscuit hues accentuate the finely figured Oak stocks
Substantial, single piece nature being rare and unusual

Presented as a wide desktop with inset drawer boxes, over two banks of four graduated drawers
Original brown leather skiver inlaid to the top, embossed with scrolled fan border
Trio of drawers across the apron, each dressed with small brass pulls
Deeply formed fascia accentuated with chased arcade moulding in relief

Distinctive narrow kneehole, furnished with shaped apron brackets
Set within each pedestal, the lower drawers dressed with brass drop handles
Brass-lined locks to each fascia — untested, key absent
Middle drawer presents a maker's plaque for Merryweather & Sons - Holloway, London
The whole standing upon shaped bracket feet, with fully panelled back

This is a striking antique single-piece pedestal desk, graced with wonderful colour and a distinctive showpiece nature. A treat of late Victorian craftsmanship, perfect for central room placement. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home or office.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 135.5cm (53.25'')
Max Depth: 66.5cm (26.25'')
Max Height: 75.5cm (29.75'')

Skiver Width: 121cm (47.75'')
Skiver Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')

Kneehole Width: 36cm (14.25'')
Kneehole Height: 61.5cm (24.25'')

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Design Period	1890 to 1919
Production Period	1890 to 1919
Country of Manufacture	United Kingdom
Style	Victorian
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Presented in very good antique condition.
Product Code	KTO-1990708
Materials	Oak
Color	Brown
Width	136 cm 135.5 cm
Depth	67 cm 66.5 cm
Height	76 cm 75.5 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	United Kingdom
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

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Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.