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Burmese Davenport Desk Carved Hardwood Burma 1860
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Burmese Davenport Desk Carved Hardwood Burma 1860

19th century
Description

Striking antique Burmese carved hardwood Davenport desk dating to circa 1860

Elaborately decorated throughout with intricate flowers, leaves and scrolling foliage

The raised back features pierced carving centred by a pineapple motif

A small shelf sits above the sloping writing surface, which is inset with a warm terracotta-coloured panel

The shaped edge and apron display further detailed floral carving

Carved columns frame the decorative lower panel and continue down to substantial carved feet

A distinctive statement piece for a study, library or hallway

Please view the photographs to appreciate the detail and craftsmanship

We will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote Dimensions are in inches (CM)

Width x Depth x Height

23.6 (60) x 22.4 (57) x 42.9 (109) BTM

Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Burmese Carved Davenport Desk to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
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SA1242984
Description
Striking antique Burmese carved hardwood Davenport desk dating to circa 1860

Elaborately decorated throughout with intricate flowers, leaves and scrolling foliage

The raised back features pierced carving centred by a pineapple motif

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A small shelf sits above the sloping writing surface, which is inset with a warm terracotta-coloured panel.
Canonbury Antiques
fig 1. A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface.
fig 1. Burmese Davenport Desk Carved Hardwood Burma 1860

The shaped edge and apron display further detailed floral carving

Carved columns frame the decorative lower panel and continue down to substantial carved feet

A distinctive statement piece for a study, library or hallway

fig 2. A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface.
fig 2. Burmese Davenport Desk Carved Hardwood Burma 1860

Please view the photographs to appreciate the detail and craftsmanship

We will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote Dimensions are in inches (CM)

Width x Depth x Height

23.6 (60) x 22.4 (57) x 42.9 (109) BTM

Date of Manufacture

Canonbury Antiques has dated this Burmese Carved Davenport Desk to the 1860s.

Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242984
Canonbury Antiques
Canonbury Antiques
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London UK antiques & decorative arts - ships globally

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Archive I A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface.

Burmese Davenport Desk Carved Hardwood Burma 1860

Archive II A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface. View II
Archive III A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface. View III
Archive IV A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface. View IV
Archive V A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface. View V
Archive VI A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface. View VI
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Archive X A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface. View X
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A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface.
Burmese Davenport Desk Carved Hardwood Burma 1860
Ref: SA1242984
A dark hardwood Burmese Davenport desk with pierced carved floral decoration, an openwork gallery, and a terracotta leather writing surface.
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  • ObjectWriting Desks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialHardwood, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsOpenwork gallery, Sloped leather writing surface, Carved foliate relief, Turned carved columns
  • SizeH 109 cm (43 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

FAQs

A Burmese Davenport desk is a compact 19th-century writing desk characterised by a sloped writing surface, internal storage, and extensive hand-carved decorative pierced relief created in regional hardwoods.

These desks were primarily constructed from dense native hardwoods such as teak or padauk, often fitted with inset leather writing surfaces, brass hinges, and hand-cut joinery.

Authentic period examples exhibit deep openwork pierced carving featuring foliate or floral patterns, hand-planed secondary timbers, natural patina in dark hardwood, and traditional dovetail drawer construction.

Place the desk against a neutral wall in a home office, library, or hallway, pairing the dark carved timber with understated contemporary seating or lighting to highlight the woodwork.

Dust regularly with a dry soft brush to clean detailed carvings, keep the timber away from direct heat sources to prevent cracking, and apply natural beeswax sparingly to protect the finish.
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