Circa:1750

A distinguished George II mahogany kneehole partners desk, crafted in solid, richly figured mahogany, this stately desk exhibits the restrained elegance characteristic of mid-18th-century English design.

The rectangular top with molded edge rests above a symmetrical arrangement of drawers—three across the frieze and two on either side of a central kneehole recess—each adorned with period-appropriate brass escutcheons and swan-neck pulls.

The chestnut leather writing surface is elegantly gilt-embossed.

The piece stands gracefully on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet, reflecting the soft curves and refined proportions of the Queen Anne and early Georgian aesthetic transition.

The drawers are oak-lined and fitted with hand-cut dovetails, testifying to its superb craftsmanship.

The mahogany’s warm patina has developed a deep, lustrous tone through centuries of careful use, enhancing its authenticity and character.