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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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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George III Partners Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
George III partners desk. Red leather and gilded trim top with bronze mounts.
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 moulded edge over an arrangement of three freeze drawers.
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.
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

William IV Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A handsome and well proportioned William IV mahogany partners desk with unusual patent locking mechanism.
Category

Antique 19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Custom English Partners Desk
Located in Woodbury, CT
Featuring handsomely grained mahogany on raised side panels, this partners desk would make an attractive addition to any office.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Georgian Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

German Neo Classical Mahogany Partner's Desk
Located in Montreal, QC
German Neo Classical mahogany partner's desk with tooled leather.
Category

Antique 1850s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

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