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Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport
Lorna Byskou
for sale €1,164     $1,264
£995
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Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport

19th century
For Sale by Lorna Byskou
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Victorian burr walnut and marquetry inlaid davenport. The hinged open down front revealing a fitted interior comprising four shelves, two drawers, pen tray and glass ink well. To the right side there is a side drawer over a panelled door concealing four interior drawers. One of the drawers is stamped J.D. Kennard, Upholsterer, St. Leonards. Raised upon turned feet with hidden casters. This piece is in very good condition, however there is some wear to the leather and there is a little damage to the small knob on one of the interior drawers. There is also a small area of damage to the veneer at the very top in front of the ormolu gallery - this can be sen in one of the images.

Height: 89 cm

Width: 61 cm

Depth: 47 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

Lorna Byskou has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport to the 1850s.

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SA654744
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We have been trading for over thirty five years, specialising in 19th century decorative gilt mirrors and furniture. Items can be viewed, by appointment, at our shop in Brasted, Kent, TN16 1JA. All our deliveries are made using a carrier that specialises in handling antiques and fine art, please contact us for further information.

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Victorian burr walnut and marquetry inlaid davenport.
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The hinged open down front revealing a fitted interior comprising four shelves, two drawers, pen tray and glass ink well.
Lorna Byskou

To the right side there is a side drawer over a panelled door concealing four interior drawers. One of the drawers is stamped J.D. Kennard, Upholsterer, St. Leonards. Raised upon turned feet with hidden casters. This piece is in very good condition, however there is some wear to the leather and there is a little damage to the small knob on one of the interior drawers. There is also a small area of damage to the veneer at the very top in front of the ormolu gallery - this can be sen in one of the images.

Height: 89 cm

Width: 61 cm

Depth: 47 cm

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

Lorna Byskou has dated this Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport to the 1850s.

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SA654744
Lorna Byskou
Lorna Byskou
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2012

Specialising in 19th century decorative gilt mirrors and furniture.

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A Victorian burr walnut Davenport desk featuring a sloped hinged writing lid with brass gallery rail, carved scroll supports, inlaid motifs, and bun feet.
Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport
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A Davenport desk is a compact writing cabinet with a sloped lid and side drawers, named after Captain Davenport who commissioned the original design from Gillows of Lancaster in the late 18th century. The style gained popularity throughout the 19th century as essential furniture for private correspondence.

Victorian Davenports were commonly constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, often finished with figurative veneers like burr walnut or rosewood. Secondary woods inside drawers typically included pine or mahogany, complimented by brass gallery rails and castors.

Authentic Victorian Davenports exhibit hand-cut dovetail drawer joints, period brass hardware, original castors, and characteristic scroll supports. Veneers like burr walnut display natural variations, while interior compartments often retain original leather blotters or inkwell fittings.

Due to its compact footprint, a Davenport desk functions well in alcoves, entry halls, or small study nooks. Pairing the piece with neutral wall finishes and minimalist table lamps allows the figure of the walnut veneer to serve as a focal point.

Burr walnut requires placement away from direct sunlight and modern heat sources to prevent cracking or fading. Regular dusting with a soft microfiber cloth and occasional application of high-quality beeswax nourishes the timber and maintains the finish.
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