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Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
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Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk

19th century
For Sale by LTANTIQUES.CO.UK
Description

English, Circa 1840.

The early Victorian davenport is in superb showroom condition ready for the home or office.

It has a mahogany top with a galleried back and sloped light brown inset leather writing surface, the lid lifts to reveal a storage space and the top slides forward. There is a small stationary drawer on the right side, also 4 drawers down the right hand side of solid oak dovetailed construction with bun handles. There are 4 matching dummy drawers on the left hand side with cock-beaded fronts.

Beautiful flame mahogany panels on the front and back.

On turned feet.

W 54.5cm/21.5"

D 48.5cm/19.25"

H 88cm/34.75"

D with slide forward 64cm/25.25"

Knee H 73cm/28.75"

Physical Dimensions
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

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SA552520
Dealers Internal Reference
CNE180220C
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Description
English, Circa 1840.

The early Victorian davenport is in superb showroom condition ready for the home or office.

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It has a mahogany top with a galleried back and sloped light brown inset leather writing surface, the lid lifts to reveal a storage space and the top slides forward.
LTANTIQUES.CO.UK

There is a small stationary drawer on the right side, also 4 drawers down the right hand side of solid oak dovetailed construction with bun handles. There are 4 matching dummy drawers on the left hand side with cock-beaded fronts.

Beautiful flame mahogany panels on the front and back.

On turned feet.

W 54.5cm/21.5"

D 48.5cm/19.25"

H 88cm/34.75"

D with slide forward 64cm/25.25"

Knee H 73cm/28.75"

Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

LTANTIQUES.CO.UK has dated this Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA552520
Dealers Internal Ref
CNE180220C
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A Victorian flame mahogany Davenport desk featuring an inclined leather-lined writing slope, side drawers with turned wooden knobs, and a top stationery gallery.
Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk
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A Davenport desk is a compact writing desk characterised by an inclined lifting lid and a series of side drawers. Originally commissioned in the late 18th century for Captain Davenport, these desks became popular in Victorian homes for personal correspondence.

Victorian Davenports were typically crafted from fine hardwoods such as flame mahogany, walnut, or rosewood. The sloped writing surface frequently featured a tool-embossed leather insert, while inner drawers and linings were often constructed from pine or oak.

Authentic 19th-century examples display hand-dovetailed drawer joints, hand-turned timber knobs or brass hardware, and natural flame mahogany veneer grain patterns. Original lock mechanisms, genuine leather surface wear, and a top stationery gallery are also key markers.

Due to its compact footprint, a Davenport desk functions exceptionally well as a hallway feature piece, a dedicated writing nook in a living area, or an alternative writing surface in a study. Pairing it with contemporary artwork creates an engaging contrast between historic timber and modern design.

Keep the desk away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent the timber veneer from drying out or fading. Clean the wood using a high-quality beeswax polish along the grain, and treat the leather writing surface with a specialised leather conditioner to prevent cracking.
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