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Why is it called a partners desk?

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Why is it called a partners desk?
A partners desk is thus called as it was originally built for use by partners at law firms. These expansive desks would usually be set up across from each other in the firm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of sturdy partners desks from top sellers.
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Partners Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite early 19th-century English mahogany partner's desk is characterized by its robust
Category

Antique 1820s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Partners' Desk
Located in Greenwich, CT
A 19th century English partners' desk in nicely figured mahogany with a plinth top and molded edges
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

George III Partners Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
George III partners desk. Red leather and gilded trim top with bronze mounts. Four drawers on one
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Mahogany partners desk
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany partners desk the rectangular top with inset leather having tooled border, enclosed by a
Category

Antique 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Chippendale Partners' Desk
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine George II mahogany partner's desk in the manner of Thomas Chippendale. Possessing a
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Top Quality Victorian Mahogany Partners Desk Item Code: 1378 A truly outstanding example of a
Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

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