Victorian Mahogany Pedestal Desk with Leather Gilt Skiver Circa 1880, Late 19th Century

A charming Victorian period mahogany pedestal desk, dating from circa 1880. The oblong-shaped top features a thumb-moulded edge and is inset with a tooled and gilt-edged leather skiver. Beneath runs a row of three frieze drawers, set above twin pedestals. Each pedestal is fitted with a bank of three graduated drawers. All drawers retain their original mahogany turned knob handles, brass escutcheons, and working locks, together with the original key. The pedestals stand on plinth bases, each discreetly fitted with its four hidden castors. Constructed on a pine frame with mahogany veneers, the desk has developed a warm patina and retains its authentic late Victorian character. A lovely original piece, in good working order and ready for everyday use.