Hingstons of Wilton has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Constructed in rich, warm mahogany, the desk features a striking pale green tooled leather writing surface, bordered with intricate gilt tooling, offering both durability and classic style.
The front of the desk boasts nine drawers, providing ample storage for documents, stationery, and essentials, while the reverse side is designed with a combination of drawers and cupboards, making it a true partners desk – practical for use by two people. Each drawer is finished with turned wooden knobs and inset brass escutcheons, enhancing the desk’s traditional aesthetic.
Adding to its authenticity and provenance, this desk carries the maker’s label of J. Helmsden, Cabinetmaker, a respected name in fine 19th century furniture craftsmanship.
Perfect for a period study, home office, or library, this antique mahogany partners desk combines utility with timeless design. A rare and highly collectible piece, it reflects the grandeur and functionality of Victorian-era furniture.
Key Features:
• 19th century mahogany partners desk
• Pale green tooled leather writing surface with gilt tooling
• Nine drawers to the front, cupboards and drawers to the rear
• Original turned wooden handles and brass escutcheons
• Maker’s label: J. Helmsden, Cabinetmaker
• Elegant Victorian design, ideal for study, office, or library
“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”
Dimensions:
• Width: 107 cm
• Depth: 47 cm
• Height: 89 cm
UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.
On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with. 19th century mahogany partners desk is a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.
We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.
Guarantee
This 19th century mahogany partners desk carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.
PRICE MATCHING
Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.
When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.
We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.
Hingstons Distance selling policy.
Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.
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Hingstons of Wilton has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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Antique 19th Century Mahogany Partners Desk
