19th Century Rosewood and Inlaid Ladies Writing Desk With Brass Gallery, Stationary Compartment, Unusual Tilting Desk Top With Leather Lockable Drawer With Cupboard Under, Set On Castors.

All measurements are Width x Depth x Height from longest part.

Inches 23 x 20 x 29

cm 58.5 x 51 x 73.5

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Y Not Antiques has dated this Rosewood Davenport Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

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19th Century Rosewood and Inlaid Ladies Writing Desk With Brass Gallery, Stationary Compartment, Unusual Tilting Desk Top With Leather Lockable Drawer With Cupboard Under, Set On Castors.

All measurements are Width x Depth x Height from longest part.

Inches 23 x 20 x 29

cm 58.5 x 51 x 73.5

Date of Manufacture

Y Not Antiques has dated this Rosewood Davenport Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA145156

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Clifford Chambers
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 8LW
United Kingdom

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The Davenport desk originated in late 18th-century England, named after Captain Davenport who commissioned the initial compact, slant-top design from Gillows of Lancaster for shipboard and home use.

These desks were typically constructed using fine hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut, complemented by gold-tooled leather writing surfaces, brass gallery rails, and intricate boxwood or marquetry inlays.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-dovetailed drawer joints, natural grain variations in timber veneers, genuine brass castors, period-correct locks, and hand-cut marquetry rather than modern surface transfers.

Due to its compact footprint, a Davenport desk functions well as a decorative focal point in a study alcove, bedroom corner, or hallway landing, paired with modern accent lighting.

Preservation requires regular dusting with a soft dry cloth, periodic application of clear beeswax polish, and keeping the item away from direct sunlight, radiators, and sudden humidity changes.