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Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk
Philip Hunt Antiques
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Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk

19th century
Description

An exceptional Victorian partners desk of generous proportions, crafted in richly figured mahogany of outstanding quality. The front is fitted with an arrangement of nine finely constructed, mahogany-lined drawers, each retaining its original brass ring pull handles, all demonstrating superb craftsmanship and attention to detail.

The reverse is equally well appointed, featuring cupboards, allowing the desk to stand freely within a room—perfectly suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

The top is inset with a hand-finished leather writing surface (later replacement), exquisitely decorated with gilt and blind tooling, providing a refined and practical workspace while complementing the desk’s overall elegance.

A distinguished and highly functional piece, embodying the sophistication and enduring appeal of Victorian furniture design.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 29 1/2" (75cm)

Width 59" (150cm)

Depth 26" (66cm)

Knee hole 24" (61cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1208750
Dealers Internal Reference
PP117-41
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Description
An exceptional Victorian partners desk of generous proportions, crafted in richly figured mahogany of outstanding quality. The front is fitted with an arrangement of nine finely constructed, mahogany-lined drawers, each retaining its original brass ring pull handles, all demonstrating superb craftsmanship and attention to detail.
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The reverse is equally well appointed, featuring cupboards, allowing the desk to stand freely within a room—perfectly suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Philip Hunt Antiques
fig 1. A Victorian mahogany partners desk featuring a dark leather writing insert, frieze drawers, twin pedestals, and circular brass drawer pulls.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk

The top is inset with a hand-finished leather writing surface (later replacement), exquisitely decorated with gilt and blind tooling, providing a refined and practical workspace while complementing the desk’s overall elegance.

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany partners desk featuring a dark leather writing insert, frieze drawers, twin pedestals, and circular brass drawer pulls.
fig 2. Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk

A distinguished and highly functional piece, embodying the sophistication and enduring appeal of Victorian furniture design.

Presented in good condition.

Size:

Height 29 1/2" (75cm)

Width 59" (150cm)

Depth 26" (66cm)

Knee hole 24" (61cm)

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
150cm (59.06")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1208750
Dealers Internal Ref
PP117-41
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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A Victorian mahogany partners desk featuring a dark leather writing insert, frieze drawers, twin pedestals, and circular brass drawer pulls.
Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk
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A partners desk is a large freestanding writing table originally designed in the nineteenth century to accommodate two people working face-to-face, featuring drawers or cupboards on both sides.

Victorian partners desks were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany, walnut, or oak, often finished with gilt-tooled leather writing surfaces and cast brass hardware.

Authentic Victorian pieces typically feature hand-cut dovetail joints, brass lever locks, matching drawer or cupboard configurations across both working faces, and historical wear on the plinth bases.

Place the desk in the centre of a dedicated home office or library to showcase both functional sides, pairing it with classic leather seating and focused brass task lighting.

Dust regularly with a dry cloth, apply a high-grade beeswax polish along the grain annually, and treat the leather writing surface with specialised leather conditioner.
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