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An Early 19th Century Rosewood Davenport.
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An Early 19th Century Rosewood Davenport.

19th century
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An early 19th century rosewood davenport, the forward-sliding top with brass gallery & long hinged pen drawer above four graduated oak-lined drawers, the turned knob handles with mother-of-pearl centres, on plinth base, 54.5cm wide x 83cm high x 54cm deep.

Delivery can be arranged to mainland UK normally £70. Final rates vary by destination and complexity, costal and congestion charges, for a final delivery fee please contact Richie on 07912624065

International shipping can be arranged.

Viewing in our workshop showroom can be arranged just call to arrange a time.

In the very unlikely event you would like to return your item this isn't a problem, All transport cost are your own responsibility.

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Richie Perrott Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Davenport Desk to the 19th Century.

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An early 19th century rosewood davenport, the forward-sliding top with brass gallery & long hinged pen drawer above four graduated oak-lined drawers, the turned knob handles with mother-of-pearl centres, on plinth base, 54.5cm wide x 83cm high x 54cm deep.

Delivery can be arranged to mainland UK normally £70.

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Final rates vary by destination and complexity, costal and congestion charges, for a final delivery fee please contact Richie on 07912624065.
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fig 1. An early 19th-century rosewood Davenport desk featuring a slanted leather-inset writing surface, brass top gallery rail, and side drawers.
fig 1. An Early 19th Century Rosewood Davenport.

International shipping can be arranged.

Viewing in our workshop showroom can be arranged just call to arrange a time.

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Richie Perrott Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Davenport Desk to the 19th Century.

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Archive I An early 19th-century rosewood Davenport desk featuring a slanted leather-inset writing surface, brass top gallery rail, and side drawers.

AN EARLY 19TH CENTURY ROSEWOOD DAVENPORT.

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An early 19th-century rosewood Davenport desk featuring a slanted leather-inset writing surface, brass top gallery rail, and side drawers.
AN EARLY 19TH CENTURY ROSEWOOD DAVENPORT.
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A Davenport desk is a compact writing cabinet named after Captain Davenport, who commissioned the initial design from cabinetmakers Gillows of Lancaster in the late 18th century. It features a slanted writing surface over a pedestal fitted with functional drawers.

Early 19th-century Davenports were typically constructed using fine hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, and walnut. The slope usually incorporates a leather writing insert, complemented by solid brass gallery rails and castors.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints inside the drawers, original brass lock mechanisms, rich wood grain patination, and proportional construction specific to the Regency or William IV eras.

Given its space-saving footprint, a Davenport desk functions well in a study alcove, hallway, or living room corner, serving as a dedicated writing station that adds historic timber tones to contemporary schemes.

Position the piece away from direct sunlight and radiators to avoid wood movement or veneer splitting. Maintain the wood patination using a natural beeswax polish applied sparingly, and clean the leather slope with a soft, dry cloth.
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