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Antique Victorian Mahogany Leather Top Partners Desk
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Leather Top Partners Desk

19th century
Description

A magnificent antique Victorian mahogany leather top partners desk. This dates from around the 1840-1860 period.

It is of extremely high quality, and is a very large and impressive piece. This has very generous proportions, the back and front are identical with nine drawers on each side. The drawers have very fine quality brass handles with detailed lions heads on each handle, the mahogany has a beautiful colour and rich patina. The top has a stunning hand coloured and gold tooled leather surface that also has a gorgeous patina.

This partners desk sits on plinth bases, with casters underneath that enable it to roll around smoothly, it comes apart into three sections for easy transportation.

We just had this recently re-polished, it is in fantastic condition for its age.

Width – 59 inches , 149 cm

Depth – 51 inches , 130 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 61 cm

Knee width – 21 inches , 53 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
149cm (58.66")
Depth
130cm (51.18")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Leather Partners Desk to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220151
Dealers Internal Reference
12875
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Description
A magnificent antique Victorian mahogany leather top partners desk. This dates from around the 1840-1860 period.

It is of extremely high quality, and is a very large and impressive piece. This has very generous proportions, the back and front are identical with nine drawers on each side.

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The drawers have very fine quality brass handles with detailed lions heads on each handle, the mahogany has a beautiful colour and rich patina.
Marylebone Antiques

The top has a stunning hand coloured and gold tooled leather surface that also has a gorgeous patina.

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany partners desk featuring a tan leather writing top, dual pedestal design with multiple drawers, and brass knob handles.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Leather Top Partners Desk

This partners desk sits on plinth bases, with casters underneath that enable it to roll around smoothly, it comes apart into three sections for easy transportation.

We just had this recently re-polished, it is in fantastic condition for its age.

Width – 59 inches , 149 cm

Depth – 51 inches , 130 cm

Height – 30 inches , 76 cm

Knee height – 24 inches , 61 cm

Knee width – 21 inches , 53 cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
149cm (58.66")
Depth
130cm (51.18")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Mahogany Leather Partners Desk to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1220151
Dealers Internal Ref
12875
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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A Victorian mahogany partners desk featuring a tan leather writing top, dual pedestal design with multiple drawers, and brass knob handles.
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A partners desk is a large double-sided writing desk designed in 19th-century Britain to allow two people to work facing each other simultaneously. Originating during the Victorian era, these desks typically feature drawers and cupboards accessible from both sides.

Victorian partners desks were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany, walnut, or oak timber, often featuring a hand-tooled leather writing surface. Drawers were typically crafted with hand-cut dovetail joints and fitted with brass handles or castors.

Authentic Victorian examples usually demonstrate hand-cut dovetailing inside drawer construction, original brass locks, and natural wear patterns consistent with age. Additionally, the desk is designed to dismantle into three distinct sectionstwo pedestals and a topto facilitate transport.

A mahogany partners desk serves as a central focal point when positioned in the centre of a home office or study rather than pushed against a wall. Pairing the dark timber with contemporary desk lamps, neutral upholstery, and modern artwork creates a balanced aesthetic.

To maintain the finish, wipe timber surfaces with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally along the grain. The leather insert should be conditioned with specialised leather balsam to prevent cracking and kept out of direct sunlight to avoid fading.
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