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Late 19thc Mahogany Writing/“partners” Desk
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Late 19thc Mahogany Writing/“partners” Desk

19th century
Sold 17 January 2026 · Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
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6157

Late 19thc Mahogany Writing/“Partners” Desk

With three drawers, brass swan neck handles

Fluted tapered legs and spade feet

71” w x 30” h x 41” d

180cm x 76cm x 104cm

Items can be delivered by independent carrier but please note NOT all items are at 31 Cheap Street. Please call before visiting the showroom especially if you are coming a long way

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
180cm (70.87")
Depth
104cm (40.94")
Declaration

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture has dated this Mahogany Partners Desk to the 19th Century.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1103417
Dealers Internal Reference
6157
Dealers Notes

We have a huge shop in the heart of Sherborne with high street one end and access and parking at the rear. We are open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm

Description
6157

Late 19thc Mahogany Writing/“Partners” Desk

With three drawers, brass swan neck handles

Fluted tapered legs and spade feet

71” w x 30” h x 41” d

180cm x 76cm x 104cm

Items can be delivered by independent carrier but please note NOT all items are at 31 Cheap Street. Please call before visiting the showroom especially if you are coming a long way

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
180cm (70.87")
Depth
104cm (40.94")
Date of Manufacture

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture has dated this Mahogany Partners Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1103417
Dealers Internal Ref
6157
Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture Profile Page

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A rectangular mahogany partners desk with a dark leather top, multiple drawers with brass handles, and square tapered legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular mahogany partners desk with a dark leather top, multiple drawers with brass handles, and square tapered legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Telephone 01935 815 209
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31 Cheap Street
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3PU
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/pp
Verified Since Mar 2010
Items For Sale 162
Items Sold 2,012
Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture
Verified Since Mar 2010
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Location: 31 Cheap Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3PU, United Kingdom
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A rectangular mahogany partners desk with a dark leather top, multiple drawers with brass handles, and square tapered legs.
Late 19thc Mahogany Writing/“Partners” Desk
Ref: SA1103417
A rectangular mahogany partners desk with a dark leather top, multiple drawers with brass handles, and square tapered legs.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsLeather inset top, Brass drop handles, Tapered legs, Flush drawers
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 180 cm (71 in) x D 104 cm (41 in)

Partners desks were developed in 19th-century Britain, specifically designed with drawers on both sides to allow two people, such as business partners or bankers, to work face-to-face at the same piece of furniture.

Authentic period examples are typically constructed from solid mahogany or feature flame mahogany veneers over secondary hardwoods, often incorporating inset leather writing surfaces with gilt tooling and hand-cut dovetail joints in the drawers.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the timber grain, drawer construction details such as hand-beveled edges and handmade brass hardware, the presence of matching drawers on both sides, and natural age-related patina on the wood and leather.

This substantial piece functions well as a focal point in a home study or open-plan living space, paired with minimalist contemporary seating to create a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern design.

Preservation involves keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources, treating the wood periodically with appropriate microcrystalline wax, and maintaining the leather surface with specialised balms while avoiding excess moisture.
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