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Why is it called a tanker desk?

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Why is it called a tanker desk?
A tanker desk is called by its name because it is usually made out of heavy-duty solid steel. As a result, tanker desks are highly durable in a way similar to tanks used by the military. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of tanker desks.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Shop for Double Sided Partners Desk on 1stDibs
Vintage Chippendale Style Double Sided Leather Top Executive Partners Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chippendale Style Double Sided Leather Top Executive Partners Desk. Item featured separates
Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Michael Taylor for Baker Midcentury Chinoiserie Teak and Walnut Partner Desk
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous midcentury Hollywood Regency chinoiserie double sided partner desk By Michael Taylor
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Lovely George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Original Handles
Located in GB
twin pedestal double sided partner desk with period handles and green leather surface A very well
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ostrich Leather, Walnut

Antique Restored Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partners Desk
Located in GB
pedestal, double sided partners desk which has been fully restored A truly stunning and exquisitely made
Category

Antique 1880s Danish High Victorian Desks

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Original George III circa 1780 Double Sided Walnut Partner Desk Lion Head Handle
Located in GB
twin pedestal double sided partner desk with Lion head handles and brown leather surface A very well
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Stamped Gillows Lancaster Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Figured Oak
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
pedestal double sided partner desk in panelled figured oak An exceptionally rare example of a early
Category

Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Amboyna

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