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Mahogany Davenport Desk in the Manner of Howard & Sons C 1820
Helios and Co Antiques
for sale €1,398     $1,518
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Mahogany Davenport Desk in the Manner of Howard & Sons C 1820

19th century
Description

Mahogany Davenport Desk in the Manner of Howard & Sons C 1820

With Red Leather Gold Tooled Writing Slope.

The interior with 3 Drawers & 3 Dummy Drawers the Bottom Left one with Removable Knob to Unlock the Pull Out Pen Drawer to the RH Side of the Desk.

RH Side Cupboard Door revealing 4 Long Drawers.

Superb Quality.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Helios and Co Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Davenport Desk to the Regency era.

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SA1005510
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IT038823
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Description
Mahogany Davenport Desk in the Manner of Howard & Sons C 1820

With Red Leather Gold Tooled Writing Slope.

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The interior with 3 Drawers & 3 Dummy Drawers the Bottom Left one with Removable Knob to Unlock the Pull Out Pen Drawer to the RH Side of the Desk.
Helios and Co Antiques

RH Side Cupboard Door revealing 4 Long Drawers.

Superb Quality.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Helios and Co Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Davenport Desk to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1005510
Dealers Internal Ref
IT038823
Helios and Co Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010
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A Regency mahogany davenport desk featuring a red leather-lined sloped writing top, carved scroll supports, and beaded edging.
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Mahogany Davenport Desk in the Manner of Howard & Sons C 1820

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Northamptonshire
NN7 4QD
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A Regency mahogany davenport desk featuring a red leather-lined sloped writing top, carved scroll supports, and beaded edging.
Mahogany Davenport Desk in the Manner of Howard & Sons C 1820
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A Regency mahogany davenport desk featuring a red leather-lined sloped writing top, carved scroll supports, and beaded edging.
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Named after Captain Davenport who commissioned the original design, a Davenport desk is a compact writing desk featuring a sloped writing surface, internal storage compartments, and side drawers. Popularised in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, these pieces provided an efficient workspace solution within drawing rooms or studies.

Davenport desks from the Regency and Victorian eras were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as flame mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, often featuring gilt-tooled leather writing surfaces. Secondary timbers inside drawers typically included pine, oak, or cedar, accented with brass hardware and castors.

Authentic Regency examples dating from around 1800 to 1830 display classical proportions, reeded or scrolled carved supports, hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, and original brass fittings. Look for hand-planed secondary woods, natural wear along the drawer runners, and genuine leather insets showing period-appropriate patina.

Due to its compact footprint, a Davenport desk functions well as a decorative writing station in an entryway, drawing room alcove, or bedroom nook. Pair the rich mahogany timber with contemporary artwork or a sleek modern desk lamp to create a balanced contrast between traditional craftsmanship and modern design.

Keep the desk away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood warping and leather fading. Maintain the mahogany finish by applying high-quality beeswax twice yearly along the grain, and clean the leather inset using a dry or slightly damp microfibre cloth without harsh chemical detergents.
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