A Fine Victorian Davenport Desk

19th century

Sold by John Hubbard Antiques

Description

A fine quality Victorian burr walnut piano top davenport.

Finely matched burr walnut all around with "pop up" maple fitted rising stationary compartment operated from a concealed catch within a drawer, pullout writing surface with lift up writing surface with lovely black and gold tooled lamb skiver, two maple drawers, pen tray and original inkwell.

The right hand side with four drawers opposed by four dummy drawers on the left.

Size: 37.1/2" high x 23" wide x 22.1/2" deep.

Circa 1860

S/No: 4743

Dealers note: This is a lovely piece in exceptional condition having had no discernible restoration and in as near perfect condition as one can find. Everything functions as it should. Would make a fabulous gift for a special person.

Physical Dimensions

Height

96cm (37.80")

Width

58.5cm (23.03")

Depth

57cm (22.44")

Declaration

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA843950

Dealers Internal Reference

4743

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Description

A fine quality Victorian burr walnut piano top davenport.

Finely matched burr walnut all around with "pop up" maple fitted rising stationary compartment operated from a concealed catch within a drawer, pullout writing surface with lift up writing surface with lovely black and gold tooled lamb skiver, two maple drawers, pen tray and original inkwell.