Georgian Mahogany Partners Desk 18th Century

Name: A Georgian Mahogany Partners Writing Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1010638
Price: 4500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDesks & Writing Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsBrass swan-neck handles, Tapered square legs, Side carrying handles, Brass wheel castors
SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 122 cm (48 in) x D 94 cm (37 in)

A Georgian partners writing table stands in dark brown Cuban mahogany with a rich polished timber grain. This rectangular library piece provides kneeholes to either side beneath an arrangement of three lockable apron drawers and two lower flanking drawers, complemented by matching bail handles and heavy side carrying handles. Slender tapered square legs rise to support the top surface, finishing in original brass wheel castors. Measuring 79 cm high, 122 cm wide, and 94 cm deep, this substantial table serves as a central writing or study desk in a traditional home study, library, or spacious home office. Multiple users can work opposite one another while keeping documents and stationery stored within easy reach inside the numerous fitted compartments.

FAQs

A Georgian partners writing table is a double-sided desk introduced in 18th-century Britain, designed to allow two individuals to work opposite each other simultaneously with access to drawers on both sides.

These tables were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany or mahogany veneers, featuring hand-cut dovetailed oak drawer linings, cast brass drop handles, and brass wheel castors.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-sawn drawer construction, asymmetric dovetail joints, original brass hardware with natural oxidisation, and timber wear consistent with 18th or early 19th-century usage.

Position the desk centrally within a home office or library space to allow access to both sides, paired with a modern or traditional leather desk chair to highlight the dark mahogany tones.

Keep the desk away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually along the wood grain to maintain the finish.

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A Georgian Mahogany Partners Writing Table

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