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Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Partners Desk by Maple and Co
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Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Partners Desk by Maple and Co

19th century
Sold 15 October 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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A magnificent and large antique burr walnut leather top partners desk by Maple and Co. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1890-1910 period.

It is of superb quality with a gorgeous design, in the William and Mary style. It is a very impressive size, with a beautiful inset tooled leather top. There are high quality brass handles, the slightly concave drawers have fine, hand cut dovetailed joints and chamfered edges. The back is beautifully finished and has two locking doors with additional storage space. This sits on stretchered legs with scrolled carving, the top also has beautiful and crisp carving on the edges.

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 60 inches , 152 cm

Depth – 36 inches , 92 cm

Height – 31 inches , 78 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Knee width – 25.5 inches , 65 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
92cm (36.22")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Partners Desk to the 1890s.

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SA1232404
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13387
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A magnificent and large antique burr walnut leather top partners desk by Maple and Co. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1890-1910 period.

It is of superb quality with a gorgeous design, in the William and Mary style. It is a very impressive size, with a beautiful inset tooled leather top.

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There are high quality brass handles, the slightly concave drawers have fine, hand cut dovetailed joints and chamfered edges.
Marylebone Antiques

The back is beautifully finished and has two locking doors with additional storage space. This sits on stretchered legs with scrolled carving, the top also has beautiful and crisp carving on the edges.

fig 1. An antique burr walnut partners desk featuring a black leather writing surface, multiple serpentine front drawers with brass handles, and turned legs joined by stretchers.
fig 1. Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Partners Desk by Maple and Co

We have had this recently re-polished, the condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 60 inches , 152 cm

Depth – 36 inches , 92 cm

Height – 31 inches , 78 cm

Knee height – 23 inches , 58 cm

Knee width – 25.5 inches , 65 cm

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
92cm (36.22")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Partners Desk to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232404
Dealers Internal Ref
13387
Marylebone Antiques
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Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique burr walnut partners desk featuring a black leather writing surface, multiple serpentine front drawers with brass handles, and turned legs joined by stretchers.
Antique Burr Walnut Leather Top Partners Desk by Maple and Co
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr walnut veneer, Inset leather top, Serpentine drawer fronts, Turned legs with stretchers
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 152 cm (60 in) x D 92 cm (36 in)

This partners desk is an English antique from the 1890 period, created in the William and Mary style from burr walnut with a warm brown timber colour. The rectangular top has an inset black leather writing surface, bordered by crisp edge carving above serpentine drawer fronts fitted with small brass drop handles. The two pedestals support the writing surface and incorporate graduated drawers with visible hand-cut dovetailed joints, resting on turned legs joined by low wooden stretchers with scrolled foot carvings. Measuring 78 cm high, 152 cm wide and 92 cm deep, the piece provides a substantial work station. Suitable for a traditional study or a spacious home office, this desk offers a dual-sided configuration for independent use. The polished wooden surfaces and rich grain patterns bring warmth to a room while supplying extensive drawer storage. Placed centrally in a library or study, the desk functions as a commanding focal point that accommodates modern study accessories and paperwork while retaining its period character.

FAQs

A partners desk is a large free-standing desk designed for two people to work facing each other, originating in the United Kingdom during the late eighteenth century.

They are typically constructed from fine hardwoods such as burr walnut, mahogany, or oak, often featuring inset leather writing surfaces and brass hardware.

Authentic examples display hand-cut dovetail joints, genuine timber veneers with natural figure variations, original brass locks, and working drawers on both opposing sides.

Place the desk in the centre of a study or home office, pairing it with a tailored modern leather swivel chair and a neutral backdrop to highlight the timber grain.

Keep timber surfaces away from direct sunlight and heat sources, condition the leather periodically with suitable beeswax or leather balsam, and wipe spills immediately with a soft dry cloth.
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