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An ‘Hour Glass’ Shaped Mahogany Partner’s Desk
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An ‘Hour Glass’ Shaped Mahogany Partner’s Desk

19th century
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Circa 1890, an unusual and rare late 19th century ‘Hour Glass’ shaped mahogany partner’s desk, the shaped top with insert black and gold tooled hide, the oval pedestals have four bow fronted drawers each and a single drawer over the kneehole, they are mahogany lined, have figured mahogany fronts with chequered inlays and gilt brass drop handles, the opposite side of the desk has two full height bow hinged doors, with a single shelf, resting on eight tapering legs, with box wood line inlay and brass cups and castors. The pedestals have figured mahogany sides, decorated with chequered bands of inlay. The design of the desk resembles one found in ‘The Gentleman and Cabinet Maker’s Directory by Thomas Chippendale, a library table No: LXXX’.

Kneehole: 59.5cm High

£3,800

Physical Dimensions
Height
76.5cm (30.12")
Width
151cm (59.45")
Depth
87cm (34.25")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Mahogany Hourglass Partners Desk to the Victorian era.

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SA1141049
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33645
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Circa 1890, an unusual and rare late 19th century ‘Hour Glass’ shaped mahogany partner’s desk, the shaped top with insert black and gold tooled hide, the oval pedestals have four bow fronted drawers each and a single drawer over the kneehole, they are mahogany lined, have figured mahogany fronts with chequered inlays and gilt brass drop handles, the opposite side of the desk has two full height bow hinged doors, with a single shelf, resting on eight tapering legs, with box wood line inlay and brass cups and castors. The pedestals have figured mahogany sides, decorated with chequered bands of inlay.
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The design of the desk resembles one found in ‘The Gentleman and Cabinet Maker’s Directory by Thomas Chippendale, a library table No: LXXX’.
Georgian Antiques

Kneehole: 59.5cm High

£3,800

Height
76.5cm (30.12")
Width
151cm (59.45")
Depth
87cm (34.25")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Mahogany Hourglass Partners Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1141049
Dealers Internal Ref
33645
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An antique mahogany hourglass-shaped partners desk featuring an inset green leather top, curved drawers with brass handles, and brass castors.
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An antique mahogany hourglass-shaped partners desk featuring an inset green leather top, curved drawers with brass handles, and brass castors.
An ‘Hour Glass’ shaped mahogany partner’s desk
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An antique mahogany hourglass-shaped partners desk featuring an inset green leather top, curved drawers with brass handles, and brass castors.
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A partners desk is a double-sided executive desk designed for two people to work facing each other, with drawers accessible from both sides. The hourglass configuration features distinctive concave side panels and curved ends, a refined variation in traditional English cabinet making.

Classic partners desks are crafted from solid mahogany and flame mahogany veneers, often accented with boxwood stringing. The writing top features an inset leather surface, complemented by solid brass swan-neck handles and brass castors.

Authentic period desks feature hand-cut dovetailed drawer joints, solid wood drawer linings, and original cast brass hardware showing natural oxidation. Look for age-appropriate wear on the leather writing insert and two-pedestal construction designed for transport.

Position the desk near the centre of a home office or study to showcase its double-sided architecture and curved silhouette. Pair the dark mahogany tones with contemporary lighting, neutral wool rugs, and clean-lined seating to balance modern and classic elements.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish along the grain once or twice a year. Keep the leather top away from direct heat sources and apply a specialized leather conditioner periodically to prevent drying.
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