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Fine quality Victorian burr walnut davenport carvings on the lower uprights Finished with a red tooled leather Circa 1840 The … Read more Fine quality Victorian burr walnut davenport carvings on the lower uprights Finished with a red tooled leather Circa 1840 The name "Davenport desk" comes from Captain Davenport, for whom the first example was commissioned by the furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster in the late 18th century Davenport desks are compact writing desks characterized by a slanted lifting top and side drawers, originally designed in the late 18th century for naval officers Their elegant form and practical storage make them a popular choice among antique furniture collectors Bought from a private house sale in London's Camden Dimensions in inches (CM): Width x Depth x Height 22 (55.8) x 22.5 (57.1) x 32.5 (82.5) BTM See less
- Dimensions
- 21.65ʺW × 22.44ʺD × 32.28ʺH
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Leather
- Walnut
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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