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George III Period Mahogany Partner's Desk, circa 1800

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A George III-period mahogany partner’s desk, circa 1800. This is a very good quality Georgian English partner’s desk of classic proportions. Excellent deep, rich color and patination throughout. Later beautifully fitted gilt-tooled green leather top and period brasses. All correct for period. Working drawers to both sides. Locks and key apparently original. Best quality English oak linings and dovetails. Ready to use. Minor historic repairs entirely commensurate with age. A very good antique desk in superb condition throughout. Measures: W 124 cm (56'') D 92 cm (36'')  H 81 cm (32''). A similar antique George III mahogany partner's desk sold at Christies London, 2011, with an attribution to James Gardner of Chester, for £49,250. Literature: A. Hepplewhite and Co. 'The Cabinet Maker and Upholsterer’s Guide 1788', plate 75  (First published Oct. Ist 1787, I & J. Taylor, No. 56 High Holborn, London. A fabulous book incidentally). See plate 50: ''generally made of mahogany, covered on the top with leather or green cloth''.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.89 in (81 cm)Width: 48.82 in (124 cm)Depth: 36.23 in (92 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Minor historic repairs entirely commensurate with age. Later but period handles. Locks and key apparently original. Later beautifully-fitted gilt-tooled leather skiver. Excellent condition overall. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lymington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BHA 11591stDibs: LU4081122026452
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