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Antique Tall Davenport, English, Walnut, Bureau Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860
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Antique Tall Davenport, English, Walnut, Bureau Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860

19th century
Description

This is a fine antique tall Davenport. An English walnut, boxwood and rosewood bureau cabinet, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. A strikingly decorative and practical writing cabinet, showcasing elegant craftsmanship and rich tonality.

Superb inlaid example, adorned with boxwood stringing for decorative contrast

Distinctive tall form with upper cabinet set above a mirror and angled writing slope

Shaped demi-lune back rest sits proudly atop the whole, adding classical elegance

Faux drawer fronts to one flank balance the suite of four functional drawers opposite

Each drawer fascia finished with brass drop handles for traditional appeal

Lift-up writing surface inset with a tooled and embossed leather skiver, angled for comfort

Writing slope opens to reveal a fitted interior, with two small drawers and four arcaded dividers

Cabinet door fitted with a working lock — key present, securing the upper section

Fascia and apron decorated with ornate scroll and foliate inlay, in the finest Victorian taste

Raised upon a quartet of smooth-running brass castors for ease of placement

This is a delightful antique Davenport bureau, ideal for the traditional study, drawing room or hallway. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 61.5cm (24.25'')

Max Depth: 58cm (22.75'')

Max Height: 147.5cm (58'')

Skiver Width: 50cm (19.75'')

Skiver Height: 26cm (10.25'')

Kneehole Height: 64.5cm (25.5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
147.5cm (58.07")
Width
61.5cm (24.21")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1141903
Dealers Internal Reference
24996
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Description
This is a fine antique tall Davenport.
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An English walnut, boxwood and rosewood bureau cabinet, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860.
London Fine Antiques

A strikingly decorative and practical writing cabinet, showcasing elegant craftsmanship and rich tonality.

fig 1. A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers.
fig 1. Antique Tall Davenport, English, Walnut, Bureau Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860

Superb inlaid example, adorned with boxwood stringing for decorative contrast

Distinctive tall form with upper cabinet set above a mirror and angled writing slope

Shaped demi-lune back rest sits proudly atop the whole, adding classical elegance

fig 2. A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers.
fig 2. Antique Tall Davenport, English, Walnut, Bureau Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860

Faux drawer fronts to one flank balance the suite of four functional drawers opposite

Each drawer fascia finished with brass drop handles for traditional appeal

Lift-up writing surface inset with a tooled and embossed leather skiver, angled for comfort

fig 3. A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers.
fig 3. Antique Tall Davenport, English, Walnut, Bureau Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860

Writing slope opens to reveal a fitted interior, with two small drawers and four arcaded dividers

Cabinet door fitted with a working lock — key present, securing the upper section

Fascia and apron decorated with ornate scroll and foliate inlay, in the finest Victorian taste

fig 4. A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers.
fig 4. Antique Tall Davenport, English, Walnut, Bureau Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860

Raised upon a quartet of smooth-running brass castors for ease of placement

This is a delightful antique Davenport bureau, ideal for the traditional study, drawing room or hallway. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 61.5cm (24.25'')

Max Depth: 58cm (22.75'')

Max Height: 147.5cm (58'')

Skiver Width: 50cm (19.75'')

Skiver Height: 26cm (10.25'')

Kneehole Height: 64.5cm (25.5'')

Height
147.5cm (58.07")
Width
61.5cm (24.21")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1141903
Dealers Internal Ref
24996
London Fine Antiques
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Archive I A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers.

Antique Tall Davenport, English, Walnut, Bureau Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860

Archive II A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View II
Archive III A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View III
Archive IV A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View IV
Archive V A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View V
Archive VI A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View IX
Archive X A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View X
Archive XI A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers. View XII
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A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers.
Antique Tall Davenport, English, Walnut, Bureau Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860
Ref: SA1141903
A Victorian walnut Davenport bureau cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlays, a sloped red leather writing surface, an upper cabinet with mirrored section, and side drawers.
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A Davenport desk is a compact writing desk with a sloped surface, named after Captain Davenport who commissioned the original design in the late 18th century. By the Victorian era, the design evolved to feature elaborate marquetry, raised upper cabinets, and side-mounted drawers.

Victorian Davenports were commonly constructed using walnut, mahogany, or rosewood veneers, often decorated with floral marquetry or boxwood inlays. The sloped writing surface typically featured a gold-tooled leather insert, supported by brass castors and metal fitments.

Authentic 19th-century Davenport desks display hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, original brass castors, and natural timber oxidisation on unexposed structural areas. The side drawers are usually functional on one side, while the opposite side often features dummy drawer fronts for visual symmetry.

A Davenport desk functions efficiently in modern study areas, hallways, or compact alcoves due to its modest footprint. Position it alongside modern neutral tones or contemporary artwork to create a balanced contrast between historical and modern elements.

Dust the timber surfaces regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply beeswax twice yearly to protect the finish. Position the piece away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent wood shrinkage, veneer cracking, and fading.
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