Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk

Top Quality Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk Item Code: 1378 A truly outstanding example of a Victorian mahogany partners desk, this piece exudes presence, refinement and functional elegance. Designed to be the centrepiece of an office or library, it is finished on all sides, allowing it to stand proudly in the centre of a room and be admired from every angle. Crafted from the finest quality mahogany, this desk boasts a beautifully figured grain and a rich, glowing patina developed over more than a century. The impressive rectangular top is inset with a superb green gilt-tooled leather writing surface, gently worn to perfection, bordered by a moulded mahogany edge that frames the piece with understated sophistication. What sets this desk apart is its true partners design, featuring a full bank of drawers on both sides, offering exceptional storage and practicality. On one side, nine graduated drawers provide ample space for documents and stationery, with the central frieze drawer ideal for writing tools. The opposite side mirrors this layout, offering a further full complement of drawers, allowing two people to work comfortably opposite one another, the hallmark of a genuine partners desk. Each drawer is oak-lined and hand-dovetailed, demonstrating the highest standard of Victorian cabinetmaking. They glide smoothly and are fitted with original brass swan-neck handles and brass escutcheons. The desk stands on shaped bracket feet, providing a sense of balance and solidity without appearing too heavy. Key Features: • Exceptional Victorian craftsmanship, true partners desk with drawers on both sides • Constructed from high-grade, beautifully figured mahogany • Superb green gilt-tooled leather writing surface with a handsome aged finish • Oak-lined, hand-dovetailed drawers with original brass swan-neck handles • Matching drawer layout on both sides, perfect for two-person use • Fully finished on all sides, ideal as a freestanding centrepiece • Elegant bracket feet give a refined, balanced silhouette • Excellent condition with a warm, glowing patina Dimensions: Width: 165 cm Depth: 127 cm Height: 77 cm A statement piece of antique furniture, this partners desk offers both beauty and practicality, perfect for those who demand furniture of the highest quality and timeless appeal.