18Th C Georgian Partners Desk
Stock No
1598
2014
- £9,800.00
- €11,440 Euro
- $13,172 US Dollar
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Item Description
Stunning Quality Late 18th-Century George III Partners Pedestal Desk
*Lovely Colour and Patina – England, circa 1790*
A superb late 18th-century George III period partners pedestal desk in solid mahogany, of outstanding quality and presence.
This impressive desk offers no fewer than eighteen oak-lined drawers (nine on each side) providing generous, well organised storage. The top retains its original tooled and embossed brown leather writing surface, framed by a classic thumb moulded mahogany edge. Below, two substantial pedestals each contain four drawers with their original brass fret plate handles, all raised on a plinth base with concealed castors for ease of movement.
In excellent original condition, the desk displays a glorious, rich mahogany colour and a warm, mellow patina developed over more than two centuries, echoed by the characterful surface of the leather. Finished all round, it is designed to stand freely in a room, making it ideal as a true partners desk and allowing flexible placement within an interior.
The proportions, detailing and overall integrity of the piece clearly reflect the skill of the Georgian cabinetmaker and the careful stewardship it has enjoyed since circa 1790. This is a very fine example of Georgian library furniture, successfully combining exceptional craftsmanship, elegance and practicality.
Equally suited to an office, library or study, this partners desk makes a superb focal point and a highly functional working piece. It is an ideal choice for any refined interior seeking a genuine late 18th-century statement piece of outstanding quality and lasting usefulness.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
UK and Belgium, England
Item Dimensions
H: 75.5cm W: 150cm D: 118cm
Period
1790
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
UK and Belgium, England
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)7595 603348
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