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Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1860
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Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1860

19th century
Description

You are viewing a gorgeous Victorian Davenport circa 1860

Burr Walnut with 4 Drawers to the side and a lift up pen holder on top Finished with claret tooled leather acting as a writing surface

One side has all the drawers that open for more storage

This desk owes its name to a Captain Davenport who was the first to commission the design, from Gillows of Lancaster, near the end of the 18th century.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Declaration

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport to the 1860s.

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SA1128493
Description
You are viewing a gorgeous Victorian Davenport circa 1860
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Burr Walnut with 4 Drawers to the side and a lift up pen holder on top Finished with claret tooled leather acting as a writing surface.
Canonbury Antiques

One side has all the drawers that open for more storage

fig 1. A Victorian burr walnut Davenport desk featuring a slanted burgundy leather writing surface, carved cabriole front legs, side drawers, and a pierced gallery rail.
fig 1. Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1860

This desk owes its name to a Captain Davenport who was the first to commission the design, from Gillows of Lancaster, near the end of the 18th century.

We ship to every corner of the planet including with great discounts to the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport to the 1860s.

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SA1128493
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A Victorian burr walnut Davenport desk featuring a slanted burgundy leather writing surface, carved cabriole front legs, side drawers, and a pierced gallery rail.
Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1860
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A Victorian burr walnut Davenport desk featuring a slanted burgundy leather writing surface, carved cabriole front legs, side drawers, and a pierced gallery rail.
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A Davenport desk is a compact writing desk characterised by an inclined writing surface hinged at the top, supported by a pedestal containing lateral drawers. Originating in the late 18th century, these pieces became widely popular writing cabinets throughout the Victorian era.

Traditional Victorian Davenport desks were constructed using solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, frequently finished with highly figured burr walnut or rosewood veneers. Writing slopes commonly feature gilt-tooled leather inserts, brass gallery rails, and integrated stationery drawers.

Authentic 19th-century Davenport desks display hand-cut dovetail joints on internal drawers, original brass casters at the base, and genuine hand-tooled leather writing surfaces. Look for side-mounted drawers with functional locks, carved cabriole or turned front supports, and authentic wear patterns near the writing slope hinges.

A Davenport desk functions as a compact workspace or decorative accent piece in a study, library, or living room alcove. Pair it with neutral wall finishes and understated accessories to highlight the wood figure and carved detailing of the cabinet.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a dry microfiber cloth and applying beeswax polish along the grain annually. Position the desk away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood shrinkage, veneer lifting, or leather degradation.
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