Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
The Davenport is a showpiece example of early ergonomics, the design incorporates:
Sliding upper writing slope to enable knees to fit underneath during use
Polished and gilded leather writing surface
Lift-up lid with storage inside and egg & dart carved edge
Two internal storage drawers (plus two dummy drawers, one with secret release for pen/ink drawer)
Criss-cross note storage inside lid
Two full-width pull out candle / notebook slides
Beautifully figured rosewood panels including secret drawer front
Gilded brass gallery to the upper shelf surround
Concealed pen and ink drawer, with two original ink bottles
Classic (Gillows) decorative Apple feet with hidden brass castors
Dimensions: Height: 36 ins Depth: 23 ins Width: 21 ins (92cm x 58.5cm x 53.5cm)
Dated: c.1825-35
Recommended: This Davenport is in exceptionally good condition.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Fine antiques at sensible prices
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A Fine Quality Rosewood Davenport by Gillows of Lancaster
