English Hepplewhite Style Leather Top Mahogany Partners Desk by William Tillman
Located in Milford, NH
A fine English Hepplewhite style mahogany partners desk or writing table by William Tillman with tooled leather top over three beaded drawers on each side, one larger center frieze d...
Mahogany
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Flip-Top Partners Desk By Peter Løvig Nielsen
By Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This ingenious design is extremely versatile transitioning from a single desk with top shelf to a two-person partners desk by simply flipping the top shelf down and turning the remov...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Teak Flip Top Partners Desk by Peter Løvig Nielsen
By Peter Løvig Nielsen, Dansk
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage flip top writing partners desk designed by Peter Lovig Nielsen for Dansk, circa 1970s.
Brass
Rare English Regency Style Japanned Map Table Now Adapted as a Partners Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare English regency style japanned map table now adapted to a reverse partners desk; ex-collection Michael Taylor, San Francisco; the rectangular inset olive green leather writing...
Sold|$9,500
Georgian Style Walnut Partners Desk
Located in Essex, MA
With green inset leather set in the shaped rectangular top with working drawers on both sides and one side with cabinet doors, raised on ogee bracket feet.
Walnut
Dutch Oak Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts Partners Desk by K.P.C. de Bazel, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Elegant and rare Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts partners desk. Design by K.P.C. de Bazel. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s.
Brass
Mid 19th Century Swedish Gray Pine Partner's Desk Writing Table
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique Swedish Gustavian gray painted pine "partner's desk" with two drawers on each side of the table and traditional tapered fluted legs.
Pine, Paint
Stunning Vintage Walnut Twin Pedestal Partner Desk with Green Leather Top
By Bevan Funnell Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this stunning vintage twin pedestal partner desk finished in luxury walnut and with a green leather tooled edge surface A very good looking a...
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Centuy French Neo Classical Revival Style Partners Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful French neoclassical revival style partners desk. Probable made in the early 20th century, circa 1920 in the Empire style, with neoclassical influences.
Metal
1930's Art Deco Figured Walnut Partners Desk by Maple & Co
Located in London, GB
A stunning original Art Deco partners desk in walnut. This was made in England by Maple & Co, it dates from the 1930’s.
Walnut
1930’s Carved Renaissance Oak Partner Desk by Berkey & Gay with Ten Drawers
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in the United States circa 1930, this impressive 6-foot oak partner desk is a fine example of the Renaissance Revival style and the quality craftsmanship for which the Berkey...
Oak
19th C. Italian Renaissance Three-Piece Carved Oak Partner Desk with Leather Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Italy circa 1870, this impressive 19th century carved oak partner desk is a striking example of Renaissance Revival artistry, designed to be finished and admired on all si...
Leather, Oak
Sold|$6,950
British Colonial Leather Top Partners Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
English mahogany partners writing desk with a tooled oxblood leather top, handmade construction, two drawers on each side, and bold turned and beaded legs on brass casters.
Mahogany
Sold|$5,242
19th Century French Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th Century French mahogany partners writing desk, the moulded edge top having a green leather writing surface decorated with blind and gold tooling, the desk having two drawers eit...
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Partners Desk / Writing Table
Located in London, GB
A large and beautiful antique early Victorian period partners writing desk in solid wood. This was made in England, it dates from around 1840-1860.
Leather, Wood
Sold|$3,236
Antique Partners Desk with 18 Drawers
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique desk with 9 drawers on both sides. Good and usable desk with weathered green leather top. In beautiful and original condition. Origin: England Period: Approx. 1...
Mahogany
Huge 18 Drawer Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Mahogany Oxblood Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this huge Victorian twin pedestal 18-drawer double sided mahogany partner desk with oxblood leather top This desk is monumental, originally desi...
Leather, Mahogany
Sold|$5,800
Wonderful Walnut Partners Desk by Lovig
Located in New York, NY
A timeless modern design by Jens Quistgard for Lovig. Made in walnut, this desk is an excellent addition to any home.
Walnut
Black Lacquered Chippendale Style Partners Desk
Located in Houston, TX
An English black lacquered Chippendale style writing desk with a total of six drawers, three on each side and topped with black glass.
Glass, Wood
Sold|$4,800
19th Century Italian Inlaid Partners Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Italian Inlaid desk with single drawer standing on two pedestal bases that are connected by a scalloped centre stretcher. Beautiful antique patina.
Elm, Maple
Sold|$3,950
19th Century Antique Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
EXCELLENT QUALITY LATE VICTORIAN DESK. 5 DRAWERS TO THE FRONT AND MATCHING DUMMY DRAWERS TO THE REVERSE. RED LEATHER TOP WITH GOLD TOOLING STANDING ON CARVED BALL AND CLAW CARI...
Mahogany
Sold|$4,450
Antique Henri II Walnut Partner's Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted from select French walnut in a restrained expression of the Henri II style, this desk features both architectural interest and exceptional functionality. Perfect for the 21st...
Sold|$6,000
Partners Desk with Oak & Ebony Inlay
Located in New York, NY
UK circa 1865 Handpicked bu buyers at Ann-Morris, Inc.
Oak
Victorian Walnut Gillows Reeded Legs Leather Partner Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Antique & Vintage furniture Wimbledon We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Walnut Gillows writing table partner desk with leather writing surface Please note the ...
Leather, Walnut
Double Sided Military Campaign Style Partners Desk Teak Brass Fixtures Fittings
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely very solid teak and brass military Campaign style partners desk A good looking and well made piece, the timber patina is glorious, t...
Teak
Rare Victorian Chinoiserie Japanned Black Laqured Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this stunning and very rare 19th century chinoiserie Japaned lacquered twin pedestal partner desk, circa 1860 A very rare and desirable desk, this is a nice mi...
Wood
English Bench Made Burr Elm Chipp. Style Pedestal Partner's Desk with tan leathe
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Exceptional quality English bench made reproduction burr elm Chippendale style pedestal partner's desk with hand tooled leather writing surface, made by our own proprietary cabinetma...
Elm, Leather
Biedermeier Art Deco Style Partners Desk Curved Johan Vilhelm Karlsson 1947
By Continental Art Deco
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Art Deco style pedestal partners desk with the finest grade Mahogany veneers on probably a birch frame in a classic deep rich darker color French polish finish.
Birch
Hardwood & Green Leather Partner Desk with Sliding Keyboard Shelf Twin Pedestal
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this vintage Twin Pedestal partner desk with drop front sliding keyboard shelf A good looking and well made desk with a premium vintage green le...
Leather, Hardwood
Luxury Vintage Green Leather Hardwood Twin Pedestal Traditional Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this vintage aged green leather twin pedestal partner desk with split panel top A very good looking and decorative desk, this is the traditional...
Leather, Hardwood
Luxury Vintage Green Leather Walnut Twin Pedestal Traditional Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this vintage aged green leather twin pedestal partner desk with solid panel writing surface A very good looking and decorative desk, this is th...
Leather, Walnut
Antique M. Hayat & Bros Ltd Twin Pedestal Partners Desk with Drawers Both Sides
By M. Hayat & Bros Ltd.
Located in Pulborough, GB
Hayat & Bros Anglo Indian Twin Pedestal Desk. The M. Hayat & Bros Anglo Indian Twin Pedestal Partners Desk is an exquisite piece of furniture that exudes elegance and class.
Hardwood
Victorian Pedestal Partner Desk Based on 1767 Thomas Chippendale Nostell Priory
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Victorian solid mahogany twin pedestal partner desk which is an exact replica of Thomas Chippendales masterpiece created for Sir Rowlan...
Mahogany
Stunning Burr Elm Green Leather Top Large Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Part Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely, very well made Burr Elm twin pedestal partner desk with gold leaf embossed green leather writing surface which is part of a suite As mention...
Leather, Elm
Large Mahogany & Brown Leather Christopher Langley Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
By Christopher Langley LTD
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale lovely large and very solid vintage Christopher Langley LTD twin pedestal partner desk with brown leather top A solid and substantial desk, this...
Leather, Mahogany
Antique George III Mahogany Pedestal Partners Desk 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique George III mahogany partners pedestal desk, dating from the Circa 1810.
Leather, Mahogany
Solid Mahogany Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Custom Designed to House Computer Pc
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale lovely solid mahogany twin pedestal partner desk, custom designed for use with computers A very well made and functional piece, to the right you...
Mahogany
Antique Mid 1800s English Mahogany Partner Desk With Tooled Leather Top
Located in Centennial, CO
A gorgeous antique mid 1800s English mahogany double sided partner's desk with tan leather top that is tooled and embossed with a gold shell and leaf motif.
Brass
Extra Leg Room Mahogany Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Oxblood Leather
By Regency
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely extra leg room twin pedestal partner desk with oxblood leather top and mahogany frame, A very well made piece, this desk has four dr...
Leather, Mahogany
Marbled Hand Painted Marble Painted Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Oxblood Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely vintage Marbled twin pedestal partner desk with oxblood leather writing surface A very rare desk, I’ve never seen another with the faux marble hand...
Leather, Wood
Lovely Original Period Antique Victorian Mahogany Partner Desk with Leather Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this 100% original and period correct mahogany with leather writing surface twin pedestal partner desk Very original and unrestored with a heavi...
Leather, Mahogany
Lovely Original Period Antique Victorian Mahogany Partner Desk with Leather Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this 100% original and period correct mahogany with leather writing surface twin pedestal partner desk Very original and unrestored with a heavi...
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Victorian RJ Horner Quartersawn Oak Lion Library Table Partners Desk
By R.J. Horner & Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
"Antique American Victorian RJ Horner partners desk or library table. Made from quartersawn oak featuring rectangular serpentine form with four low relief acanthus carved drawers, or...
Oak
Victorian Satinwood and Boxwood Inlay Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Stunning elegant Victorian Satinwood with Boxwood inaly partner desk Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, for an accurate quote please send me your postcode A truly...
Boxwood, Satinwood
Large Yew Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Green Leather Green Leather Writing Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely large yew wood twin pedestal partner desk with green leather top A very well made piece, the desk splits into three pieces for ease ...
Yew
Original Double Sided Twin Pedestal Victorian Mahogany Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lovely original Victorian solid mahogany twin pedestal double sided partner desk Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, for an accurate quote please send me your postc...
Mahogany
Biedermeier Art Deco Style Partners Desk Curved Johan Vilhelm Karlsson 1947
By Continental Art Deco
Located in Lewes, England
Swedish Biedermeier Art Deco style pedestal partners desk with the finest grade Mahogany veneers on probably a birch frame in a classic deep rich darker color French polish finish.
Birch
Brights of Nettlebed Mahogany Twin Pedestal Partner Desk Green Leather
By Brights of Nettlebed
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this RRP £1899 Brights of Nettlebed twin pedestal partner desk finished in luxury flamed mahogany and with a green leather gold leaf embossed top ...
Leather, Mahogany
Lovely Vintage Green Leather Hardwood Twin Pedestal Traditional Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this vintage aged green leather twin pedestal partner desk with original distressed finish A very good looking and decorative desk, this is the traditio...
Leather, Hardwood
Double Sided Twin Pedestal Partner Desk 12 Drawers 2 Cupboards Mahogany Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this large twin pedestal partner desk finished in solid mahogany and with a green leather top, drawers and cupboards to both sides A very good l...
Leather, Mahogany
Burr Yew Wood Oval Pedestal Partners Desk Oxblood Leather Top Butlers Trays
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
In the world of bog standard partner desks this piece really commands attention.
Leather, Yew
Antique English Victorian Carved Oak Elizabethan Revival Greenman Partners Desk
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Glasgow, GB
A stunning, beautifully carved Elizabethan Revival Victorian oak partners desk attributed to Edwards & Roberts of London.
Faux Leather, Oak
Designed to House PC Cherrywood Oxblood Leather Top Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely solid paneled cherrywood twin pedestal partner desk with oxblood leather top specially designed to house a computer This piece is p...
Leather, Cherry
19th Century English Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Partners Desk by S&H Jewell
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
A fine quality antique mahogany Chippendale style serpentine partners desk by S&H Jewell. The top of the desk has a hand dyed green leather hide, decorated with a centre motif as wel...
Brass
Sold|$18,800
Large Ico Parisi Rosewood Partner Desk
Located in New York, NY
The large model7 ft. of Ico Parisi famed desk. The desk has six drawers, two of which are located on the backside. The desk is in a rich polished rosewood with chrome feet.
Chrome
Sold|$14,000
Large Ico Parisi Rosewood Partner's Desk
Located in New York, NY
The large Seven foot model of Ico Parisi's famed desk. The desk has six drawers, two of which are located on the backside. The desk is in a rich polished rosewood with chrome feet.A ...
Chrome
Flamed Mahogany with Green Leather Writing Surface Twin Pedestal Partner Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage flamed mahogany twin pedestal partner desk with aged green leather writing surface A good looking well made and nice sized d...
Leather, Mahogany
Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.
Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.
Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.
Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.
The rise in appreciation for Scandinavian modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary writing desks. It employs the “no fuss” or “less is more” approach to creating a tasteful, sophisticated space. Sweden’s master cabinetmaker Bruno Mathsson created gallery-worthy designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. Finnish architect Alvar Aalto never viewed himself as an artist, but, like Mathsson, his furniture designs reflected a fondness for organic materials and a humanistic approach. Danish designers such as Hans Wegner introduced elegant shapes and lines to mid-century desks and writing tables, often working in oak and solid teak.
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