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Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot
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Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot

19th century
Sold 7 March 2025 · Driscolls Antiques Ltd
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Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot

Dating from ca. 1870 this Stunning 19th Century Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot has a raised back with an inlaid sloping lid and the interior has several stationary divides with pen holder. Below is a writing slope that has the original wonderful worn embossed leather writing surface. The lid is hinged and has storage inside. This fine antique davenport has a what not design base with two tiers and turned upright supports. This beautiful antique desk stands on turned bun feet, has beautiful charm and character and the piece has aged to a warm Walnut shade with a striking grain, good patina, is in very good condition and has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of wax finishing.

Approximate Dimensions are:

Height: 99 cm / 39 inches

Width: 52 cm / 20.5 inches

Depth: 43 cm / 17 inches

Ref No: 08475

Standard One Man Delivery £60 + VAT within mainland England, Scotland and Wales

Two man assembled delivery – Quote upon Request

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Driscolls Antiques Ltd (Antiques World) has a huge Antique Furniture warehouse in Clitheroe, Lancashire.

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Monday – 10am – 5pm

Tuesday – Closed (We can open via appointment)

Wednesday to Saturday – 10am – 5pm

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Date of Manufacture

Driscolls Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA941357
Dealers Internal Reference
08475
Description
Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot

Dating from ca.

“
1870 this Stunning 19th Century Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot has a raised back with an inlaid sloping lid and the interior has several stationary divides with pen holder.
Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Below is a writing slope that has the original wonderful worn embossed leather writing surface. The lid is hinged and has storage inside. This fine antique davenport has a what not design base with two tiers and turned upright supports. This beautiful antique desk stands on turned bun feet, has beautiful charm and character and the piece has aged to a warm Walnut shade with a striking grain, good patina, is in very good condition and has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of wax finishing.

fig 1. A front-facing view of a Victorian walnut Davenport desk featuring a sloping leather-inlaid writing surface, stationery box superstructure, and tiered open shelving supported by turned wooden columns.
fig 1. Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot

Approximate Dimensions are:

Height: 99 cm / 39 inches

Width: 52 cm / 20.5 inches

Depth: 43 cm / 17 inches

Ref No: 08475

Standard One Man Delivery £60 + VAT within mainland England, Scotland and Wales

Two man assembled delivery – Quote upon Request

fig 2. A front-facing view of a Victorian walnut Davenport desk featuring a sloping leather-inlaid writing surface, stationery box superstructure, and tiered open shelving supported by turned wooden columns.
fig 2. Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot

Our antiques come with a 28 day money back guarantee, see terms & conditions.

Driscolls Antiques Ltd (Antiques World) has a huge Antique Furniture warehouse in Clitheroe, Lancashire.

Our opening Times -

fig 3. A front-facing view of a Victorian walnut Davenport desk featuring a sloping leather-inlaid writing surface, stationery box superstructure, and tiered open shelving supported by turned wooden columns.
fig 3. Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot

Monday – 10am – 5pm

Tuesday – Closed (We can open via appointment)

Wednesday to Saturday – 10am – 5pm

Sunday – Closed

Closed Bank Holidays

We also display lots more antiques on our website antiquesworld.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Driscolls Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk to the Victorian era.

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA941357
Dealers Internal Ref
08475
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2004

High quality british antique furniture

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Archive I A front-facing view of a Victorian walnut Davenport desk featuring a sloping leather-inlaid writing surface, stationery box superstructure, and tiered open shelving supported by turned wooden columns. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot

Archive II A front-facing view of a Victorian walnut Davenport desk featuring a sloping leather-inlaid writing surface, stationery box superstructure, and tiered open shelving supported by turned wooden columns. View II
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Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Driscolls Antiques Ltd

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Deanfield Drive
Link 59 Business Park
Clitheroe
Lancashire
BB7 1QJ
United Kingdom
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A front-facing view of a Victorian walnut Davenport desk featuring a sloping leather-inlaid writing surface, stationery box superstructure, and tiered open shelving supported by turned wooden columns.
Stunning Victorian Walnut Antique Davenport Whatnot
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A front-facing view of a Victorian walnut Davenport desk featuring a sloping leather-inlaid writing surface, stationery box superstructure, and tiered open shelving supported by turned wooden columns.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSloping writing lid, Turned columns, Tiered lower shelves, Marquetry inlay
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 52 cm (20 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

FAQs

The Davenport desk originated in the late 18th century, reportedly commissioned by a Captain Davenport for use aboard ship. It evolved into a popular compact writing and storage cabinet during the Victorian era for domestic studies and drawing rooms.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, often featuring fine veneers and marquetry inlay. Traditional joinery methods, dovetailed drawers, and turned wooden supports were standard in their manufacture.

Authentic pieces generally display period-appropriate hand-cut dovetailing, traditional timber shrinkage, genuine leather writing surfaces, and historical patination on the hardware and wood finishes rather than modern machine-made attributes.

A Davenport desk serves as a functional writing surface or display table that contrasts well against minimalist contemporary decor. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for alcoves, home offices, or living spaces requiring characterful antique accents.

Antique walnut should be kept away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting and veneer lifting. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth and occasional application of traditional beeswax help maintain the finish.
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