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Antique 19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Marquetry Inlaid Writing Desk with Piano Top Cylinder Music Cabinet Davenport. C.1850.
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Marquetry Inlaid Writing Desk with Piano Top Cylinder Music Cabinet Davenport. C.1850.

19th century
Sold 7 January 2026 · CJ Antiques
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RETIREMENT SALE. 35% OFF. WAS £2250. NOW £1463.

A rare model antique Victorian burr walnut inlaid davenport. Having the more desirable piano shaped top centred by a marquetry panel of inlay in exotic timbers. This writing table computer desk has an original gilt bronze gallery beneath which is a concealed lift up flap to reveal a stationary area. The cylinder bureau top slides to reveal a series of compartments and adjustable leather topped writing slope. Beneath this is a glazed glass display area used as a music cabinet to store music but could be used as a Canterbury rack to store magazines. This piece of furniture has been fully restored by qualified professional restorers and is ready to place in the home. Excellent condition.Circa 1850. Measures 23”w x 20”d x 38”h.

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Height
96.5202cm (38.00")
Width
58.4201cm (23.00")
Depth
50.8001cm (20.00")
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CJ Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport to the 19th Century.

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RETIREMENT SALE. 35% OFF. WAS £2250. NOW £1463.

A rare model antique Victorian burr walnut inlaid davenport. Having the more desirable piano shaped top centred by a marquetry panel of inlay in exotic timbers.

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This writing table computer desk has an original gilt bronze gallery beneath which is a concealed lift up flap to reveal a stationary area.
CJ Antiques

The cylinder bureau top slides to reveal a series of compartments and adjustable leather topped writing slope. Beneath this is a glazed glass display area used as a music cabinet to store music but could be used as a Canterbury rack to store magazines. This piece of furniture has been fully restored by qualified professional restorers and is ready to place in the home. Excellent condition.Circa 1850. Measures 23”w x 20”d x 38”h.

Height
96.5202cm (38.00")
Width
58.4201cm (23.00")
Depth
50.8001cm (20.00")
Date of Manufacture

CJ Antiques has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA396598
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Marquetry Inlaid Writing Desk with Piano Top Cylinder Music Cabinet Davenport. C.1850.

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An antique Victorian burr walnut davenport desk with a roll cylinder top, leather-lined pull-out writing surface, and lower cabinet section.
Antique 19th century Victorian burr walnut marquetry inlaid writing desk with piano top cylinder music cabinet davenport. C.1850.
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An antique Victorian burr walnut davenport desk with a roll cylinder top, leather-lined pull-out writing surface, and lower cabinet section.
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  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Walnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBurr veneer, Marquetry inlay, Turned columns, Cylinder roll top
  • SizeH 96.5202 cm (38 in) x W 58.4201 cm (23 in) x D 50.8001 cm (20 in)

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The davenport desk originated in the late 18th century, supposedly commissioned by a Captain Davenport, and evolved during the Victorian era into a compact, highly functional writing cabinet featuring integrated drawers and often a sliding or cylinder top.

These pieces were typically constructed from solid secondary woods like mahogany or pine, veneered with highly figured decorative timbers such as burr walnut, and often featured fine marquetry inlay, brass hardware, and hand-tooled leather writing surfaces.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction characteristics such as hand-cut dovetails in the drawer boxes, traditional timber shrinkage, hand-applied French polish finishes, and appropriate patination consistent with age and use.

A davenport works well as a focal point in a home office or living room, paired with minimalist contemporary seating to create a striking contrast between antique craftsmanship and modern design.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer cracking, and periodically nourish the wood with traditional beeswax while avoiding harsh chemical cleaning products.
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