Antique 19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk, 1860s

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This is a gorgeous antique Victorian piano front Davenport Desk, Circa 1860 in date. It is crafted from fabulous burr … Read more This is a gorgeous antique Victorian piano front Davenport Desk, Circa 1860 in date. It is crafted from fabulous burr walnut and the hinged pull out writing slope features an inset gilt tooled green leather writing surface, space for ink bottles and the pen tray. It has been wonderfully made by a master craftsman, the quality of the work is breathtaking, and the burr walnut is of the highest quality. It is finished on all sides so that it can stand freely in the middle of a room, making it extremely versatile. The Davenport has four drawers on one side, perfectly sized for all the stationary you could possibly need, and dummy drawers on the other, making it not just a symbol of refinement but a practical furnishing as well. The main talking point when showing it to friends is the secret compartment at the rear on top for stationary, letters, stamps, etc,. It rises up by itself when a hidden catch is pressed by an ingenious system of pulleys and a hidden weight. It stands on its original bun feet fitted with recessed brass and porcelain castors. It is an absolutely beautiful and perfectly formed piece of furniture which could be placed almost anywhere. Complete with working locks and key. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed, in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 92 cm x Width 57 cm x Depth 60 cm See less