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Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport

19th century
Sold 20 October 2026 · FB Antiques
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Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport

Item Code: LC1258

An attractive mid-19th century Victorian flame mahogany Davenport, showcasing richly figured veneers and elegant proportions. The sloped writing surface lifts to reveal a storage compartment, while one side features a bank of four drawers with turned wooden knobs, the opposing side with matching dummy drawers for symmetry. The front is adorned with slender turned supports and a panelled side with decorative brass grille and pleated fabric backing. Raised on turned bun feet with concealed castors for mobility, this piece combines practical design with refined craftsmanship.

* Rich flame mahogany with beautiful grain pattern

* Sloped writing surface with lift-up lid to interior storage

* Four working drawers to one side, dummy drawers to the other

* Decorative brass grille with pleated fabric backing

* Turned supports and bun feet with hidden castors

Dimensions:

Width: 50 cm

Depth: 55 cm

Height: 81 cm

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Davenport Desk to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
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SA1159645
Dealers Internal Reference
LC1258A
Description
Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport

Item Code: LC1258

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An attractive mid-19th century Victorian flame mahogany Davenport, showcasing richly figured veneers and elegant proportions.
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The sloped writing surface lifts to reveal a storage compartment, while one side features a bank of four drawers with turned wooden knobs, the opposing side with matching dummy drawers for symmetry. The front is adorned with slender turned supports and a panelled side with decorative brass grille and pleated fabric backing. Raised on turned bun feet with concealed castors for mobility, this piece combines practical design with refined craftsmanship.

fig 1. A Victorian flame mahogany Davenport desk featuring a sloping top, side drawers, turned column supports, and a brass gallery rail.
fig 1. Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport

Rich flame mahogany with beautiful grain pattern

Sloped writing surface with lift-up lid to interior storage

Four working drawers to one side, dummy drawers to the other

Decorative brass grille with pleated fabric backing

Turned supports and bun feet with hidden castors

Dimensions:

Width: 50 cm

Depth: 55 cm

Height: 81 cm

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Davenport Desk to the Victorian era.

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159645
Dealers Internal Ref
LC1258A
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A Victorian flame mahogany Davenport desk featuring a sloping top, side drawers, turned column supports, and a brass gallery rail.
Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport
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A Victorian flame mahogany Davenport desk featuring a sloping top, side drawers, turned column supports, and a brass gallery rail.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialFlame Mahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSlanted writing slope, Turned column supports, Side drawers, Brass gallery rail
  • SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

This Victorian flame mahogany Davenport desk exhibits a rich warm brown timber with a pronounced grain pattern, complemented by polished brass hardware. The structure comprises a sloped writing slope with two brass gallery rails on top, a bank of side drawers with small round turned wooden knobs, turned column supports at the front corners, and turned bun feet. It stands 81 cm high, 50 cm wide, and 55 cm deep, offering a compact footprint suitable for studies, libraries, or home offices. Functioning primarily as a writing desk, this piece provides practical surface space alongside concealed storage within the lifting top and side drawers. The side panels feature a decorative metal lattice grille backed by pleated fabric. The turned bun feet sit on concealed castors, allowing the desk to be moved around a room with ease. Placed against a wall or freestanding, it brings classic period character to modern interior schemes.

FAQs

A Davenport desk is a small, compact writing desk originating in the late 18th century, characterised by a sloped writing surface hinged over a deep compartment atop a cabinet of drawers.

Victorian Davenport desks were commonly crafted using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, frequently enhanced with flame veneers, turned column supports, and pierced brass gallery rails.

Authentic Victorian examples typically feature hand-dovetailed side drawer joints, brass casters concealed beneath bun feet, turned front pillars, and original brass lock mechanisms.

A Davenport desk functions effectively in a dedicated home study, a quiet alcove, or a living room corner, offering compact utility alongside traditional historic character.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and heat radiators to avoid veneer lifting, and periodically apply a clear beeswax polish using a soft microfibre cloth to preserve the finish.
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