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Large Victorian Oak Partners Desk with Campaign Handles
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    Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver
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Large Victorian Oak Partners Desk with Campaign Handles

19th century
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A generous sized quality late Victorian figured solid oak partners desk with original recessed brass campaign style handles 1890. The top with a moulded edge and figured oak band surrounding the quality tooled brown leather writing surface. Three drawers sat directly below the writing surface plus each pedestal with four graduated drawers. All drawers with oak linings, along with original recessed brass campaign style handles. Four figured oak panels to the desk sides and to the insides of the kneehole, the rear of the desk with three drawers above shallow cupboards with paneled doors, which allows free standing and storage or use from both sides. Apron foot with moulded upper edge and small concealed castors set behind to aid moving. Presented in excellent condition with a rich colour and deep shine. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79.5cm (31.30")
Width
152.5cm (60.04")
Depth
150cm (59.06")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Partners Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239783
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 43991
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Description
A generous sized quality late Victorian figured solid oak partners desk with original recessed brass campaign style handles 1890.
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The top with a moulded edge and figured oak band surrounding the quality tooled brown leather writing surface.
Sturmans Antiques

Three drawers sat directly below the writing surface plus each pedestal with four graduated drawers. All drawers with oak linings, along with original recessed brass campaign style handles. Four figured oak panels to the desk sides and to the insides of the kneehole, the rear of the desk with three drawers above shallow cupboards with paneled doors, which allows free standing and storage or use from both sides. Apron foot with moulded upper edge and small concealed castors set behind to aid moving. Presented in excellent condition with a rich colour and deep shine. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
79.5cm (31.30")
Width
152.5cm (60.04")
Depth
150cm (59.06")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Partners Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239783
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 43991
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

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A large Victorian dark oak partners desk featuring dual twin pedestals, inset brass campaign handles, and a leather-topped writing surface.
Large Victorian Oak Partners Desk with Campaign Handles
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian / Campaign
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFlush brass campaign handles, Twin pedestal drawers, Panelled sides, Leather inset top
  • SizeH 79.5 cm (31 in) x W 152.5 cm (60 in) x D 150 cm (59 in)

This large Victorian partners desk takes a central role in a home office or gentleman's library, designed for dual-sided access with a symmetrical arrangement of storage and writing space. It stands 79.5 cm high, 152.5 cm wide, and 150 cm deep. Constructed from solid figured oak with a rich dark brown colour and a deep polished shine, the piece has a rectangular leather-inset top edged with a moulded band and fine tooling, accompanied by panelled sides and flush brass campaign handles. The structure rests on an apron foot fitted with concealed castors, housing multiple graduated drawers and cabinet doors that make it suitable for freestanding placement. The surface shows natural signs of age through its deep patina and grain patterns across the timber panels. The drawers feature durable oak linings and operate with original recessed brass hardware set flush against the wood. Inside the kneehole, matching figured oak panels maintain the consistent finish on all visible surfaces, while the enclosed cupboards at the rear offer concealed storage accessible from the reverse side. The combination of classic campaign hardware and traditional Victorian joinery suits professional work environments or formal studies requiring a substantial and functional centrepiece.

FAQs

A partners desk is a substantial double-sided desk created during the nineteenth century to allow two people to sit opposite each other and work simultaneously. They typically feature drawers or cupboards on both sides and twin pedestals supporting a large writing surface.

Victorian campaign desks were primarily built using solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or teak to withstand travel. They feature flush-fitting brass military handles, corner brackets, and often a leather or cloth writing insert on the desktop.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original flush-mounted brass hardware, and heavy panelled construction. They often divide into three sectionsa top and two pedestalsto facilitate transportation, showing signs of natural age and minor oxidisation on brass components.

Position the desk centrally in a dedicated home office or library space to allow access from both sides. Complement the dark timber with leather desk chairs, brass task lighting, and neutral wall colours to create a balanced study environment.

Clean the wood surfaces using a soft cloth and apply a beeswax polish periodically along the grain to maintain the timber finish. Preserve leather desktop inserts by keeping them away from direct sunlight and treating them with specialised leather balm.
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