Part 4 Size
This is the last main factor in determining price. Larger antique partners desks, 72” by 48”, from early in the 19th century, made with best quality timbers in a well balanced style, and restored in a sympathetic, traditional manner are now becoming rare. The desk shown above is a good example made circa 1880 by the Edinburgh firm of J&T Scott.
Medium sized antique desks, 60” by 36”, are more easily sourced but are not common and smaller pedestal desk can be found more regularly. Below is an unusual late 19 th century partners desk of medium size made from pale walnut and pine in the Gothic Revival style associated with the Arts and Crafts movement.
Victorian Partners Desk,circa 1890
It follows therefore that large antique partners desks are the most expensive with small antique desks more readily available more modestly priced.
Small Victorian mahogany pedestal desk, circa 1860
Be careful not to confuse conversions from dressing tables and washstands’ and look out for reproductions when trying to find your ideal antique desk.
This guide to the determinants of price is not definitive there are lots of exceptions and prices vary. So ask questions and look at what is available from reputable dealers such as ourselves.
Remember the other factors; age , originality and quality.
There is a link to further information on each of the desks illustrated just click on the picture.
