Vintage French Empire Style Partners Desk by Maitland Smith antique satsuma dating to the late 19th

dating to the late 19th century

This striking Turkish village rug

but it’s the pair of hand motifs woven into the top panel that most captures the spirit of this piece: a traditional symbol meant to protect the owner and sanctify the space it occupied

offset by a prayer arch only subtly suggested in form

Vintage French Empire Style Partners Desk by Maitland Smith antique satsuma dating to the late 19thThis remarkable vintage partners desk by Maitland Smith showcases the grandeur of the French Empire style, reinterpreted for modern sophistication. Crafted from richly grained mahogany with intricate gilt bronze mounts, the desk features two functional drawers on each side, allowing it to serve beautifully from any angle. The top is leather inset and gold tooled, offering both a refined writing surface and a luxurious visual contrast to the warm wood