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Mid 19th century davenport writing desk
Mid 19th century davenport writing desk

Mid 19th century davenport writing desk

$3,075

Mid 19th century davenport writing desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid 19th century davenport writing desk circa 1840. Good quality early Victorian davenport of elegant proportions.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Palisander

Antique Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk
Antique Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk

Antique Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk

$1,360

Antique Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk

Located in Benington, Herts

This attractive mahogany Edwardian Davenport / writing desk, circa 1900s has been constructed from quality solid mahogany having a raised back above a fall front moulded edge writing...

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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th century Regency davenport writing desk
Early 19th century Regency davenport writing desk

Early 19th century Regency davenport writing desk

$3,137

Early 19th century Regency davenport writing desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Fine quality Regency davenport, circa 1820. Spindle gallery to the top leading to the original leather writing surface. Top opens to reveal a richly colored interior with 2 drawers....

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Palisander

19th Century Hand Carved Walnut Davenport Writing Desk made in England
19th Century Hand Carved Walnut Davenport Writing Desk made in England

19th Century Hand Carved Walnut Davenport Writing Desk made in England

$1,942Sale Price|40% Off

19th Century Hand Carved Walnut Davenport Writing Desk made in England

Located in Sofia, BG

Davenport desk in walnut and burlwood veneer, inlaid in filleted frames, opening with two flaps, one of which is stepped, the first revealing an inkwell and letter compartment, The s...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk
19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

$1,708

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Selling is a very nice Quality Victorian burr walnut davenport/desk. The raised top lifts to reveal compartments for envelopes pens etc. The fall has a green leather insert which is ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Regency Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk Occasional Side Table
Antique English Regency Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk Occasional Side Table

Antique English Regency Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk Occasional Side Table

$1,359

Antique English Regency Mahogany Davenport Writing Desk Occasional Side Table

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Dublin, Ireland

In a sense then it could also be considered a Campaign desk though there are no records indicating if Captain Davenport was in the British Army or the Royal Navy.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE
VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE

VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE

$1,162

VICTORIAN LADIES WRITING DAVENPORT DESK WITH INLAY & LEATHER WRITiNG SURFACE

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London This is a fine Victorian rosewood Davenport desk dating from the mid to late 19th century, a compact and elegant writing desk designed for both practicality an...

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20th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk - C. 1870
Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk - C. 1870

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk - C. 1870

$1,909Sale Price|30% Off

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk - C. 1870

Located in Wisbech, England

Presenting an exquisite Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk dating back to approximately 1870.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian
Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian

Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian

$3,435Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Aesthetic Period Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Aesthetic Period Davenport. An English, walnut and bird's eye maple writing desk, dating to the Victorian era, circa 1880.

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Antique 1880s British Aesthetic Movement Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870
Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

Located in Belmont, MA

Introducing a delightful German Davenport desk dating back to 1870. This small and narrow desk showcases a distinctive design with an inclined top table and a convenient box with a l...

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Antique 1870s German Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Fine Regency Mahogany Davenport Desk
Fine Regency Mahogany Davenport Desk

Fine Regency Mahogany Davenport Desk

$5,250

Fine Regency Mahogany Davenport Desk

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine regency mahogany davenport desk with brass mounts and leather inset top. Circa 1815. Dimensions: Height 36 x width 14 1/2 x depth 18 5/8 inches. CW4942.

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Burr Walnut Pop-Up Davenport Desk
Burr Walnut Pop-Up Davenport Desk

Burr Walnut Pop-Up Davenport Desk

$5,946

Burr Walnut Pop-Up Davenport Desk

Located in Cheshire, GB

A high-quality Victorian pop-up davenport desk in richly figured burr walnut, distinguished by its elegant proportions and versatile interior.

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Antique 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century

Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century

$1,688

Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

English "Davenport" walnut wood desk, 19th century. Desk with four drawers on the side, inkwell with closure at the top and folding tabletop with key lock. This typology is known as...

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Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Desk
Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Desk

Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Desk

$3,212

Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport Desk

Located in Altrincham, GB

Victorian Burr and Figured Walnut Davenport with fitted desk interior, pen and ink secret drawer, carved cabriole support and gadrooned bun feet - 21"w x 22.5"d x 33"h

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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, 19th C.
Victorian Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, 19th C.

Victorian Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, 19th C.

$2,125

Victorian Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, 19th C.

Located in Astoria, NY

Victorian Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, 19th century, the slant from burgundy leather lift top opening to storage compartment with four drawers above five side drawers pierced scroll f...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk
Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk

Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk

$2,445

Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Fine Antique Walnut & Marquetry Inlaid Davenport Desk, England, Circa 1860 An exceptional mid-19th century English Davenport desk, crafted from the finest figured walnut and exquis...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid 19th century pollard oak davenport desk
Mid 19th century pollard oak davenport desk

Mid 19th century pollard oak davenport desk

$3,759

Mid 19th century pollard oak davenport desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid 19th century pollard oak davenport desk circa 1850. We are pleased to offer this elegant example of a davenport made in pollard oak.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Davenport Desk, Circa 1825, Inlaid
Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Davenport Desk, Circa 1825, Inlaid

Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Davenport Desk, Circa 1825, Inlaid

$15,500

Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Davenport Desk, Circa 1825, Inlaid

Located in Queens, NY

Austrian Biedermeier (Circa 1825) walnut and inlaid trimmed davenport table desk with single drawer and stretcher with double pedestal base supports.

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Walnut Davenport or Ship Captain's Desk
19th Century Walnut Davenport or Ship Captain's Desk

19th Century Walnut Davenport or Ship Captain's Desk

$2,295

19th Century Walnut Davenport or Ship Captain's Desk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A walnut davenport or ship captain's desk with marquetry inlay; lift-up compartment with fitted interior, small gallery.

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Antique 19th Century Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

$5,741

19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning 19th century figured burr walnut Davenport desk. The piano top fall lifts to reveal 2 burr walnut veneered drawers and a pull out and adjustable writing slope which retain...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

$3,349

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique Victorian Davenport desk, crafted from beautiful burr walnut with striking  inlaid decoration and  Circa 1860 in date.

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

$2,631

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut & Inlaid Davenport Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique Davenport desk which is crafted from beautiful burr walnut, circa 1870 in date.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

English Walnut and Marquetry Davenport Desk, 19th Century
English Walnut and Marquetry Davenport Desk, 19th Century

English Walnut and Marquetry Davenport Desk, 19th Century

$7,997

English Walnut and Marquetry Davenport Desk, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

Constructed in Circassian walnut, with line and marquetry inlays; rising from turned oblate bun feet; the lower section housing a hinged door with fretwork panelling, opening to reve...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Leather

English Regency Revival Burr Walnut Davenport Desk, Early 20th Century
English Regency Revival Burr Walnut Davenport Desk, Early 20th Century

English Regency Revival Burr Walnut Davenport Desk, Early 20th Century

$3,027

English Regency Revival Burr Walnut Davenport Desk, Early 20th Century

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Regency style burr walnut Davenport desk, early 20th century. This compact writing desk features a slanted leather inset writing surface that opens to reveal a fitted interior, comp...

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Early 20th Century English Regency Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk 19th Century

$4,374

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique Victorian piano front Davenport Desk, Circa 1860 in date. It is crafted from fabulous burr walnut and the hinged pull out writing slope features an inset ...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Desk, Attributed to Gillows
19th Century Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Desk, Attributed to Gillows

19th Century Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Desk, Attributed to Gillows

$3,799

19th Century Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Desk, Attributed to Gillows

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Solebury, PA

A stunning 19th-century davenport desk crafted in flame mahogany exudes elegance and functionality.

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Antique 1860s Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Charles X Davenport Table Desk with Inlay
19th Century French Charles X Davenport Table Desk with Inlay

19th Century French Charles X Davenport Table Desk with Inlay

$12,000

19th Century French Charles X Davenport Table Desk with Inlay

Located in Queens, NY

French Charles X bird’s-eye maple davenport table desk with amaranth marquetry inlaid top and drop sides supported on 4 tapered fluted legs with a single drawer on front and back.

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Antique 19th Century French Charles X Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Burr Walnut Davenport
Burr Walnut Davenport

Burr Walnut Davenport

$1,968Sale Price|39% Off

Burr Walnut Davenport

Located in Cheshire, GB

19th century Davenport the top with hinged lid and brass gallery opening to Revel a fitted interior. Above inset green tooled leather writing surface. The base section fitted with fo...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Regency Davenport Desk Flame Mahogany 1830s Georgian Freemans Fine Country House
Regency Davenport Desk Flame Mahogany 1830s Georgian Freemans Fine Country House

Regency Davenport Desk Flame Mahogany 1830s Georgian Freemans Fine Country House

$6,083

Regency Davenport Desk Flame Mahogany 1830s Georgian Freemans Fine Country House

By William Freeman, Jeremiah and William Freeman

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and extremely rare feature are the pair of concealed slide-out candle holder ledges, much-needed for late-night 19th Century letter writing – this is the only Davenport w...

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Antique 1830s British Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Davenport Desk Burl Inlaid over Four-Side Drawers
19th Century Victorian Davenport Desk Burl Inlaid over Four-Side Drawers

19th Century Victorian Davenport Desk Burl Inlaid over Four-Side Drawers

$1,650Sale Price|25% Off

19th Century Victorian Davenport Desk Burl Inlaid over Four-Side Drawers

Located in Plainview, NY

Victorian Davenport desk burl inlaid over four-side drawers. The desk features dummy drawers to one side and real working drawers to the other. The leather top is in good condition ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Leather

Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport
Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport

Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport

$1,025

Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Item Code: LC1258 An attractive mid-19th century Victorian flame mahogany Davenport, showcasing richly figured veneers and elegant proportions. The...

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Davenport Heavily Carved Oak Desk w/ Rope Twist Supports 4 Drawers
19th Century Davenport Heavily Carved Oak Desk w/ Rope Twist Supports 4 Drawers

19th Century Davenport Heavily Carved Oak Desk w/ Rope Twist Supports 4 Drawers

$5,400

19th Century Davenport Heavily Carved Oak Desk w/ Rope Twist Supports 4 Drawers

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in Rockaway, NJ

19th Century Davenport heavily carved oak desk w/ rope Twist supports 4 Drawers. Lift top storage compartment. Perfect compact petit 'laptop desk" from the past.

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Antique 19th Century American Jacobean Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Elegant "Davenport" Desk in Mahogany
Elegant "Davenport" Desk in Mahogany

Elegant "Davenport" Desk in Mahogany

$1,455Sale Price|50% Off

Elegant "Davenport" Desk in Mahogany

Located in Manzano, IT

Refined Davenport model lectern desk, made of mahogany wood with a polished finish. A piece of furniture that combines the charm of Victorian period style with the functionality of a...

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20th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Burr Walnut Davenport
19th Century Burr Walnut Davenport

19th Century Burr Walnut Davenport

$2,132Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Burr Walnut Davenport

Located in Martlesham, GB

19th century burr walnut davenport, the sloping top has the original tan colour leather writing surface decorated with blind tooling, which lifts up to reveal a compartment with four...

Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid 19thC Amboyna & Brass Mounted Davenport
Mid 19thC Amboyna & Brass Mounted Davenport

Mid 19thC Amboyna & Brass Mounted Davenport

$7,450

Mid 19thC Amboyna & Brass Mounted Davenport

By Thomas H. Filmer & Sons

Located in Altrincham, GB

Mid 19th century amboyna & brass mounted davenport. The gilt brass gallery surmounted to the top opens to reveal a boxwood interior that contains divisions and a pen holder. The wri...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Small and rare Campaign Rosewood Davenport
Small and rare Campaign Rosewood Davenport

Small and rare Campaign Rosewood Davenport

$13,328

Small and rare Campaign Rosewood Davenport

Located in Folkestone, GB

A small and rare rosewood campaign Davenport desk of compact proportions. The galleried top with leather-lined writing surface opening to real a fitted interior, above a bank of four...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport
Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport

Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport

$3,137

Quality Antique Victorian Rosewood Freestanding Davenport

Located in Suffolk, GB

Quality antique Victorian rosewood freestanding davenport having the original brass gallery to the top with lift up serpentine shaped lid and crossbanded rosewood writing slope. The ...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Other

Regency Pollard Oak Sliding Top Davenport
Regency Pollard Oak Sliding Top Davenport

Regency Pollard Oak Sliding Top Davenport

$14,046

Regency Pollard Oak Sliding Top Davenport

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A regency Pollard oak sliding top davenport with four mahogany lined draws to one side with a retractable pen and ink well draw all below an oak slide. The lifting top reveals dr...

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Antique 1820s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Freestanding Davenport
Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Freestanding Davenport

Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Freestanding Davenport

$2,939

Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Freestanding Davenport

Located in Suffolk, GB

Quality antique Victorian burr walnut freestanding Davenport having a quality burr walnut top with original walnut gallery, shaped burr walnut lift up writing slope with original lea...

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Burl 4 Drawer Leather Top Davenport C1880
Antique English Burl 4 Drawer Leather Top Davenport C1880

Antique English Burl 4 Drawer Leather Top Davenport C1880

$1,440Sale Price|20% Off

Antique English Burl 4 Drawer Leather Top Davenport C1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique English Burl 4 Drawer Leather Top Davenport Unsigned C1880 Measures - 32 3/4 h x 16 1/4 w x 19 d This exquisite antique English Davenport desk, dating to circa 1880, feature...

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Antique Late 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Burl

19th Century Regency Period Rosewood Davenport, Boxwood Strung
19th Century Regency Period Rosewood Davenport, Boxwood Strung

19th Century Regency Period Rosewood Davenport, Boxwood Strung

$6,015

19th Century Regency Period Rosewood Davenport, Boxwood Strung

Located in London, GB

An attractive early 19th century Regency period rosewood freestanding "Davenport " boxwood strung throughout, having gilt tooled leather writing surface with galleried back and lift ...

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Boxwood, Rosewood

French Charles X Davenport Table, Birdseye Maple, Circa 1824-1830
French Charles X Davenport Table, Birdseye Maple, Circa 1824-1830

French Charles X Davenport Table, Birdseye Maple, Circa 1824-1830

$12,000

French Charles X Davenport Table, Birdseye Maple, Circa 1824-1830

Located in Queens, NY

French Charles X Birdseye maple davenport table desk with amaranth marquetry inlaid top & drop sides supported on 4 tapered fluted legs with a single drawer on front & back.

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Antique 19th Century French Charles X Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple

A Very Fine Fully Restored 19th Century Davenport Stamped 'Gillows of Lancaster'
A Very Fine Fully Restored 19th Century Davenport Stamped 'Gillows of Lancaster'

A Very Fine Fully Restored 19th Century Davenport Stamped 'Gillows of Lancaster'

$4,599

A Very Fine Fully Restored 19th Century Davenport Stamped 'Gillows of Lancaster'

Located in Dublin, IE

A very fine 19th Century well figured mahogany davenport desk of exceptional quality, fully restored and stamped 'Gillows of Lancaster'.

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

B Talbert for Gillows Aesthetic Movement Davenport with Central Carved Rosette
B Talbert for Gillows Aesthetic Movement Davenport with Central Carved Rosette

B Talbert for Gillows Aesthetic Movement Davenport with Central Carved Rosette

$7,108

B Talbert for Gillows Aesthetic Movement Davenport with Central Carved Rosette

By Bruce James Talbert

Located in London, GB

Bruce J Talbert for Gillows of Lancaster. An Aesthetic Movement Davenport with a brass gallery to the back and an inkwell and pen compartment below, a recent leather to the lift up ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Bruce Talbert attr, Gillow & Co. A Gothic Revival Polychrome Painted Davenport.
Bruce Talbert attr, Gillow & Co. A Gothic Revival Polychrome Painted Davenport.

Bruce Talbert attr, Gillow & Co. A Gothic Revival Polychrome Painted Davenport.

$3,280 / set

Bruce Talbert attr, Gillow & Co. A Gothic Revival Polychrome Painted Davenport.

By Bruce James Talbert

Located in London, GB

Bruce Talbert attr, made by Gillows of Lancaster. An Gothic Revival Tall Polychrome Painted Architects Davenport designed to stand at to work, with stylised floral details in reds an...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

A Very Fine Early 19th Century William IV Davenport after 'Strahan' of Dublin
A Very Fine Early 19th Century William IV Davenport after 'Strahan' of Dublin

A Very Fine Early 19th Century William IV Davenport after 'Strahan' of Dublin

$3,085

A Very Fine Early 19th Century William IV Davenport after 'Strahan' of Dublin

Located in Dublin, IE

A very fine early 19th Century William IV well figured walnut davenport desk of exceptional quality and in the manner of 'Strahan of Dublin'.

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Antique 19th Century Irish William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet

$5,331

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table Stationery Cabinet

Located in Suffolk, GB

Raised on carved scroll supports with shaped platform feet this is a particularly decorative and practical Victorian desk. Originally designed for Captain Davenport by the renowned c...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk
Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk

Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk

$4,032

Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this early Victorian Military Campaign writing slope in the form of a Davenport desk circa 1840-1860 in solid mahogany I’ve only ever seen one o...

Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815
Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815

Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815

$2,452

Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815

Located in Potters Bar, GB

The Davenport desk is named after Captain Davenport, who is said to have commissioned the first of these desks from the famous English furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster in the lat...

Category

Antique 18th Century Regency Desks

Materials

Oak

Military Campaign style Mahogany Davenport Desk. England
Military Campaign style Mahogany Davenport Desk. England

Military Campaign style Mahogany Davenport Desk. England

$1,571

Military Campaign style Mahogany Davenport Desk. England

Located in Den Haag, NL

Military Campaign Writing Davenport Desk . Solid Mahogany 5 Drawers .1 dummy for the folding out desk ,comes with storage underneath.

Category

Vintage 1960s English Campaign Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Writing Table, English, Regency, Mahogany, Davenport, circa 1820
Antique Writing Table, English, Regency, Mahogany, Davenport, circa 1820

Antique Writing Table, English, Regency, Mahogany, Davenport, circa 1820

$3,441Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Writing Table, English, Regency, Mahogany, Davenport, circa 1820

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique writing table, an English, Regency, mahogany, open Davenport dating to the early 19th century, circa 1820. Of quality craftsmanship in select mahogany Good col...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks

Materials

Mahogany

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN BROWN LEATHER BRASS GALLERY MILITARY CAMPAIGN DAVENPORT DESK
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN BROWN LEATHER BRASS GALLERY MILITARY CAMPAIGN DAVENPORT DESK

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN BROWN LEATHER BRASS GALLERY MILITARY CAMPAIGN DAVENPORT DESK

$3,896

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN BROWN LEATHER BRASS GALLERY MILITARY CAMPAIGN DAVENPORT DESK

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning full sized Victorian circa 1860-1880 Military Campaign Davenport desk writing slope with slidi...

Category

Antique 1860s English Campaign Desks

Materials

Brass

Georgian Period Mahogany Davenport Desk with Green Leather Writing Surface
Georgian Period Mahogany Davenport Desk with Green Leather Writing Surface

Georgian Period Mahogany Davenport Desk with Green Leather Writing Surface

$20,232

Georgian Period Mahogany Davenport Desk with Green Leather Writing Surface

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in London, GB

A fine late Georgian Davenport in the manner of Gillow Constructed in mahogany, rising from caster shod turned feet, the base of square form, having reeded columns to the angles, ...

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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880
Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880

Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880

$2,938Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Gentleman's Davenport, English, Walnut, Writing Desk Victorian, C.1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique gentleman's Davenport. An English, walnut and bird's eye maple writing cabinet in Aesthetic Period taste, dating to the Victorian era, circa 1880. A fine example,...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Gothic Armoire
Gothic Armoire

Gothic Armoire

$125,000

Gothic Armoire

Located in New York, NY

(ibid., p. 9 no. 204); 1 very splendid rosewood Davenport Writing Desk, 4 tray Drawers, scroll standards, Gothic pannels [sic] and plate glass fronts, lined with wht silk” (ibid., p....

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Antique 19th Century American Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

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English Walnut Davenport Writing Desk
English Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

English Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 33 in W 21 in D 22 in

English Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

Located in Katonah, NY

English Walnut Davenport / Writing Desk ca 1860 This exquisite Victorian davenport writing desk has a lift up writing slope with a newly restored tooled leather insert and boxw...

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Antique 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Victorian Era English Walnut Davenport Writing Desk, circa 1870
Victorian Era English Walnut Davenport Writing Desk, circa 1870

Victorian Era English Walnut Davenport Writing Desk, circa 1870

Unavailable

H 30 in W 22 in D 21.5 in

Victorian Era English Walnut Davenport Writing Desk, circa 1870

Located in Charlevoix, MI

A handsome and very traditional English Davenport or writing desk, with lockable side storage, dated circa 1870.

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian 19th Century Inlaid Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table
Antique Victorian 19th Century Inlaid Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table

Antique Victorian 19th Century Inlaid Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table

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H 31.89 in W 21.26 in D 20.87 in

Antique Victorian 19th Century Inlaid Walnut Davenport Desk Writing Table

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique Victorian 19th century inlaid walnut davenport desk writing table. This is a lovely small desk, that is full of charm and character.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Quality Victorian, circa 1870 Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk
Antique Quality Victorian, circa 1870 Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk

Antique Quality Victorian, circa 1870 Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk

Unavailable

H 34.26 in W 22.05 in D 22.45 in

Antique Quality Victorian, circa 1870 Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique quality Victorian, circa 1870 burr walnut Davenport, writing table or desk. This is a lovely quality Davenport, that is full of age, charm and character.

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Rosewood Davenport Desk
Victorian Rosewood Davenport Desk

Victorian Rosewood Davenport Desk

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H 33.08 in W 25.6 in D 24.81 in

Victorian Rosewood Davenport Desk

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

The desk has spiral turned supports and stands on bun feet with concealed casters. The desk has a sloping leather covered writing surface which lifts open to a cedar wood lined st...

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Antique 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Davenport
Regency Rosewood Davenport

Regency Rosewood Davenport

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H 33.08 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in

Regency Rosewood Davenport

Located in Salisbury, GB

Regency rosewood davenport of unusual design. In the manner of Gillows. circa 1820.   

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Antique 1820s Desks and Writing Tables

Coromandel Wood Davenport Desk, William IV, in the Style of Waring and Gillows
Coromandel Wood Davenport Desk, William IV, in the Style of Waring and Gillows

Coromandel Wood Davenport Desk, William IV, in the Style of Waring and Gillows

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H 35.04 in W 25.2 in D 23.63 in

Coromandel Wood Davenport Desk, William IV, in the Style of Waring and Gillows

Located in Lincoln, GB

Coromandel wood davenport desk. William IV, in the style of Waring and Gillows, with sliding desk top and drawers. This very rare davenport desk has an unusual design with extremely...

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Antique 1840s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Regency Period Mahogany Sliding Top Davenport
Regency Period Mahogany Sliding Top Davenport

Regency Period Mahogany Sliding Top Davenport

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H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 4.34 in

Regency Period Mahogany Sliding Top Davenport

Located in Salisbury, GB

A Regency period mahogany sliding top davenport with original drop leaves with extend the writing surface, circa 1815.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Regency Pollard Oak and Ebony Davenport Attributed to George Bullock
Regency Pollard Oak and Ebony Davenport Attributed to George Bullock

Regency Pollard Oak and Ebony Davenport Attributed to George Bullock

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H 35.04 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in

Regency Pollard Oak and Ebony Davenport Attributed to George Bullock

Located in Bradford on Avon, GB

In superb condition, the Davenport retains its original gilt brass gallery and fitted Bramah locks and keys. George Bullock (1777-1828) his most famous commission was to supply al...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ebony, Oak

English Davenport Early 19th Century Mahogany Writing Desk
English Davenport Early 19th Century Mahogany Writing Desk

English Davenport Early 19th Century Mahogany Writing Desk

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H 31.15 in W 22.45 in D 22.09 in

English Davenport Early 19th Century Mahogany Writing Desk

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

An impressive rare form mid-19th century davenport. The polished flamed mahogany boasting a rich wild grain. A gradual inclined fall flap - enclosed storage with hinged drawer ...

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Antique 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Mahogany

English Mid-19th Century Burl Walnut Davenport Desk with Leathered Writing Slope
English Mid-19th Century Burl Walnut Davenport Desk with Leathered Writing Slope

English Mid-19th Century Burl Walnut Davenport Desk with Leathered Writing Slope

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H 33.5 in W 22 in D 25 in

English Mid-19th Century Burl Walnut Davenport Desk with Leathered Writing Slope

Located in Wells, ME

English mid-19th century burl walnut davenport desk with Wellington locking bar for the five side drawers (one key locks all the drawers at the same time) on the right hand side.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

19th Century Mahogany Davenport Attributed Gillows Pedestal Writing Desk
19th Century Mahogany Davenport Attributed Gillows Pedestal Writing Desk

19th Century Mahogany Davenport Attributed Gillows Pedestal Writing Desk

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H 33.27 in W 22.05 in D 20.87 in

19th Century Mahogany Davenport Attributed Gillows Pedestal Writing Desk

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Brighton, GB

A fine Regency flame mahogany davenport Attributed to Gillows, circa 1815 An unusual pattern with twin pedestal supports ending with claw feet. Pull-out slide to three sides and a...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk
19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

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H 33 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in

19th Century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a fine quality 19th century English Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk. The top has a small compartment with a hinged lid, opening to a fitted interior, above a...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Carved Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk
19th Century Carved Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

19th Century Carved Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

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H 46.25 in W 30.25 in D 23.3 in

19th Century Carved Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century burr walnut davenport writing desk, circa 1890. Fine quality Victorian davenport made in burr walnut and decorated with ebony stringing.

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Early 19th century Regency davenport writing desk
Early 19th century Regency davenport writing desk

Early 19th century Regency davenport writing desk

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H 34 in W 22.5 in D 21.5 in

Early 19th century Regency davenport writing desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Fine quality regency davenport, circa 1820. Spindle gallery to the top leading to the original leather writing surface. Top opens to reveal a richly colored interior with 2 drawers....

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Palisander

Davenport Writing Desk, England Mid-19th Century
Davenport Writing Desk, England Mid-19th Century

Davenport Writing Desk, England Mid-19th Century

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H 35.83 in W 21.07 in D 20.28 in

Davenport Writing Desk, England Mid-19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Small Davenport on castors with an inclined flap resting on turned columns. The body is fitted with four drawers on each side. Under the writing flap there is further storage space a...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Stunning Hand Carved Early Victorian circa 1840 Davenport Writing Desk Drawers
Stunning Hand Carved Early Victorian circa 1840 Davenport Writing Desk Drawers

Stunning Hand Carved Early Victorian circa 1840 Davenport Writing Desk Drawers

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H 35.63 in W 24.81 in D 24.81 in

Stunning Hand Carved Early Victorian circa 1840 Davenport Writing Desk Drawers

By Davenport Porcelain

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand-carved early Victorian circa 1840 Davenport desk with green leather writing surface A very good looking well made and decorat...

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Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

19th Century Early Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk
19th Century Early Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk

19th Century Early Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk

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H 34 in W 26 in D 23 in

19th Century Early Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century walnut Davenport writing desk, the slide action top with a green leather writing surface decorated with gold tooling, surmounted by a pierced brass gallery, the hinged s...

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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Inlaid Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk
Antique Victorian Inlaid Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk

Antique Victorian Inlaid Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk

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H 32.29 in W 20.87 in D 21.26 in

Antique Victorian Inlaid Walnut Davenport Writing Table Desk

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique quality Victorian inlaid figured walnut davenport writing table desk. C1880 This is a lovely quality davenport, that is full of age, charm and character.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Davenport Desk
Davenport Desk

Davenport Desk

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H 35.83 in W 22.45 in D 21.66 in

Davenport Desk

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful Davenport desk with a self-rising interior. As usual with a Davenport secretary, it has drawers on 1 side. Entirely in good and original condition. Beautiful drawing of the...

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Antique 1830s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Davenport Desk
Victorian Davenport Desk

Victorian Davenport Desk

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H 32.5 in W 21 in D 24 in

Victorian Davenport Desk

Located in Astoria, NY

Victorian Davenport wood writing board, mounted on four casters, one door to the right side hiding four drawers, one extra small drawers, a blue leather top that lifts to reveal one...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Davenport, English Walnut, Bird's-Eye Maple Writing Desk, Victorian
Antique Davenport, English Walnut, Bird's-Eye Maple Writing Desk, Victorian

Antique Davenport, English Walnut, Bird's-Eye Maple Writing Desk, Victorian

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H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 22.05 in

Antique Davenport, English Walnut, Bird's-Eye Maple Writing Desk, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique Davenport. An English, walnut and bird's-eye maple writing desk, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Quality Victorian Figured Walnut Davenport Desk or Writing Table
Antique Quality Victorian Figured Walnut Davenport Desk or Writing Table

Antique Quality Victorian Figured Walnut Davenport Desk or Writing Table

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H 33.08 in W 22.45 in L 33.08 in

Antique Quality Victorian Figured Walnut Davenport Desk or Writing Table

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique quality Victorian 19th century figured walnut davenport desk or writing table. This is a lovely quality piece, that is full of age, charm and character.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

European Antique Davenport Desk
European Antique Davenport Desk

European Antique Davenport Desk

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H 32 in W 22 in D 23 in

European Antique Davenport Desk

Located in Malibu, CA

The top of the desk has a hinged compartment for writing supplies.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bone, Leather, Burl

Mahogany Davenport Desk or Bureau With Faux Red Leather Sloped Writing area.
Mahogany Davenport Desk or Bureau With Faux Red Leather Sloped Writing area.

Mahogany Davenport Desk or Bureau With Faux Red Leather Sloped Writing area.

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H 33.86 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

Mahogany Davenport Desk or Bureau With Faux Red Leather Sloped Writing area.

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

Mahogany Davenport Desk or Bureau With Faux Red Leather Sloped Writing area.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Late Regency Davenport Desk
Late Regency Davenport Desk

Late Regency Davenport Desk

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H 33 in W 22 in D 22 in

Late Regency Davenport Desk

Located in Westwood, NJ

A late Regency rosewood leather top Davedort standing desk with a lift top opening to a fitted satinwood interior, with a secret release to the figured hidden side drawer, a pierced ...

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Antique 1840s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency-Period Mahogany Davenport Desk
Regency-Period Mahogany Davenport Desk

Regency-Period Mahogany Davenport Desk

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H 34.75 in W 20 in D 23 in

Regency-Period Mahogany Davenport Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

There is more to this exceptional Davenport desk than meets the eye. Crafted of luxurious mahogany, this Regency-period desk is compact yet offers ample storage space.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

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H 34.26 in W 22.84 in D 20.87 in

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This Victorian davenport features magnificent honey color burr walnut, a matching leather top as well as a very nice job of inlay, carved cabriole legs, serpentine front shape. Its r...

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare Antique Mechanical Davenport Desk
Rare Antique Mechanical Davenport Desk

Rare Antique Mechanical Davenport Desk

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H 35.5 in W 23 in D 21.5 in

Rare Antique Mechanical Davenport Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

Fine burled walnut. Satinwood interior. Desk opens to 42.50 inches.

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Antique 19th Century British Desks and Writing Tables

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table, 19th Century
Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table, 19th Century

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table, 19th Century

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H 34.26 in W 22.05 in D 22.45 in

Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Writing Table, 19th Century

Located in Wisbech, England

Victorian circa 1870 burr walnut Davenport, writing table or desk. This is a lovely quality Davenport, that is full of age, charm and character.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Figured Walnut Davenport Writing Table, 19th Century
Victorian Figured Walnut Davenport Writing Table, 19th Century

Victorian Figured Walnut Davenport Writing Table, 19th Century

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H 34.26 in W 22.05 in D 22.45 in

Victorian Figured Walnut Davenport Writing Table, 19th Century

Located in Wisbech, England

Victorian circa 1880 figured walnut davenport writing table desk. This is a lovely quality davenport, that is full of age, charm and character.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Victorian Carved Oak Davenport Writing Table
19th Century Victorian Carved Oak Davenport Writing Table

19th Century Victorian Carved Oak Davenport Writing Table

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H 33 in W 24 in D 24.25 in

19th Century Victorian Carved Oak Davenport Writing Table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Good Quality Carved Oak Davenport Circa 1880. Profusely Carved Allover With Foliage And Swags, With A Geometric Design Front And Back. Cherub Heads For Handles To The 3 Drawers On...

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Antique English Davenport Desk, circa 1800
Antique English Davenport Desk, circa 1800

Antique English Davenport Desk, circa 1800

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H 33.25 in W 24.5 in D 22.75 in

Antique English Davenport Desk, circa 1800

Located in Round Top, TX

Stunning burled walnut with elaborate carved legs are the hallmark of this elegant English Davenport desk. Please examine close up photos to appreciate the beauty of the wood, which ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

19th Century Regency Rosewood Davenport Desk
19th Century Regency Rosewood Davenport Desk

19th Century Regency Rosewood Davenport Desk

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H 34 in W 22.5 in D 21.5 in

19th Century Regency Rosewood Davenport Desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Beautiful quality Regency Davenport, circa 1820. Spindle gallery to the top leading to the original leather. Top opens to reveal a richly colored interior with drawers. Four ...

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1850
Antique Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1850

Antique Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1850

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H 61.03 in W 38.59 in D 20.48 in

Antique Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1850

Located in London, GB

As you can see from the photographs supplied, this antique Davenport Desk also has it’s original leather inset hand-tooled writing surface which is still in excellent and original co...

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Antique 1850s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Ebony, Fruitwood, Walnut

William IV 19th century shaped davenport desk
William IV 19th century shaped davenport desk

William IV 19th century shaped davenport desk

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H 33.5 in W 25 in D 21.5 in

William IV 19th century shaped davenport desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

William IV 19th century shaped davenport desk circa 1830. We are pleased to offer this William IV period palisander davenport desk. 

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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Nice 19th Century English Chinoiserie Davenport Desk
Nice 19th Century English Chinoiserie Davenport Desk

Nice 19th Century English Chinoiserie Davenport Desk

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H 36 in W 24 in D 23 in

Nice 19th Century English Chinoiserie Davenport Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

Interesting legs on this stunning English black lacquered chinoiserie Davenport desk. A Davenport desk is a small desk that has a hinged lifting desktop, circa 1880.

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Antique 1880s Great Britain (UK) Chinoiserie Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique English Burl Black Walnut Davenport Desk
Antique English Burl Black Walnut Davenport Desk

Antique English Burl Black Walnut Davenport Desk

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H 34.5 in W 22 in D 22 in

Antique English Burl Black Walnut Davenport Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Burl Black Walnut Davenport Desk with Brass Gallery Rail, c. 1880's

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Oak English Davenport Desk
Early 19th Century Oak English Davenport Desk

Early 19th Century Oak English Davenport Desk

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H 34 in W 21 in D 23 in

Early 19th Century Oak English Davenport Desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Fine quality English davenport, circa 1820. Rare to have been made in oak, with striking quarter sawn pattern. Attributed to Thomas Wilson. Decorated with ebony moulding. Three g...

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Antique Early 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Regency Desks and Writing ...

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1870
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1870

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1870

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H 33.47 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in

Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1870

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique Victorian Davenport desk which is crafted from beautiful burr walnut, circa 1870 in date.

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Antique 1870s British Desks and Writing Tables

Antique English Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1880
Antique English Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1880

Antique English Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1880

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H 41 in W 22.25 in D 21.5 in

Antique English Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1880

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Burl Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1880.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut, Burl

19th Century Empire Bronze Mounted Antique Davenport Desk
19th Century Empire Bronze Mounted Antique Davenport Desk

19th Century Empire Bronze Mounted Antique Davenport Desk

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H 38 in W 25.25 in D 25.75 in

19th Century Empire Bronze Mounted Antique Davenport Desk

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century Empire bronze mounted antique davenport desk. This desk has been fully refinished and can sit in the center of any room as it is finished on all sides. Greg hSXX/ESXA.

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Antique 1890s Empire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Rare 19th Century Coromandel Early Victorian Davenport Desk
Rare 19th Century Coromandel Early Victorian Davenport Desk

Rare 19th Century Coromandel Early Victorian Davenport Desk

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H 33.75 in W 21.75 in D 23.5 in

Rare 19th Century Coromandel Early Victorian Davenport Desk

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Unusual davenport circa 1840 Veneered in striking coromandel, barley twist supports standing on bun feet and brass castors. Solid coromandel elements. Leather top writing...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Mahogany Davenport Desk Attributed to Holland & Sons, London
Mahogany Davenport Desk Attributed to Holland & Sons, London

Mahogany Davenport Desk Attributed to Holland & Sons, London

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H 36 in W 21 in D 22 in

Mahogany Davenport Desk Attributed to Holland & Sons, London

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Of typical form, with pierced brass gallery, the sliding green leather-inset lift-top writing surface above one side fitted with a door opening to reveal four drawers with flush bras...

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20th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Davenport Desk
19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Davenport Desk

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Davenport Desk

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H 32.68 in W 20.87 in D 20.48 in

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut and Inlaid Davenport Desk

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique Davenport desk which is crafted from beautiful burr walnut, circa 1870 in date.

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk
19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

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H 40.95 in W 22.84 in D 23.23 in

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique piano front Davenport Desk, circa 1860 in date. It is crafted from fabulous burr walnut and the hinged pull out writing slope features the original inset ...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk circa 1860
Antique Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk circa 1860

Antique Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk circa 1860

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Antique Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk circa 1860

Located in London, GB

This gorgeous antique Davenport desk is crafted from beautiful burr walnut and features the beautiful original hand tooled and gilded leather inset.

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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk
19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

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H 36.23 in W 22.84 in D 22.45 in

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique piano fronted Davenport desk, circa 1860 in date. It is crafted from fabulous burr walnut and features a beautiful hinged gilt tooled green leather inse...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk
19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

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H 36.23 in W 22.84 in D 22.45 in

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique piano fronted Davenport desk, circa 1860 in date. It is crafted from fabulous burr walnut and features a beautiful hinged gilt tooled green leather inse...

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique English Burl Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, circa 1870
Antique English Burl Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, circa 1870

Antique English Burl Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, circa 1870

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H 36.5 in W 23.5 in D 25 in

Antique English Burl Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, circa 1870

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English burl walnut mechanical davenport desk, circa 1870.   

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Antique English Burled Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, Circa 1860
Antique English Burled Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, Circa 1860

Antique English Burled Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, Circa 1860

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H 36.5 in W 23 in D 22.5 in

Antique English Burled Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, Circa 1860

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English burled walnut mechanical davenport desk, Circa 1860.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

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Antique Davenport
Antique Davenport

Antique Davenport

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H 35 in W 23 in D 22 in

Antique Davenport

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique Victorian Burled Walnut Davenport Desk

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Stunning 19th Century Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk
Stunning 19th Century Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

Stunning 19th Century Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

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H 37.41 in W 22.05 in D 21.66 in

Stunning 19th Century Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A mid 19th Century, Victorian period burr walnut and ebony moulding pop up davenport desk. The top with a very fine fretwork gallery above a slide out writing surface with the origin...

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Antique English Burled Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, Circa 1870
Antique English Burled Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, Circa 1870

Antique English Burled Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, Circa 1870

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H 45.5 in W 24 in D 29 in

Antique English Burled Walnut Mechanical Davenport Desk, Circa 1870

Located in New Orleans, LA

Wonderful Antique English Burled walnut Mechanical Davenport desk, Circa 1870. Open (inches) 45.5 Height 24 Width 29 Depth Closed (inches) 22 Height 24 Width 22.25 Depth.

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A Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk By Wilkinson & Son, London
A Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk By Wilkinson & Son, London

A Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk By Wilkinson & Son, London

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A Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk By Wilkinson & Son, London

By Thomas Wilkinson & Sons

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A Fine Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk by Wilkinson & Son, London Beautifully crafted in walnut, mahogany, and satinwood.

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Early Victorian 19th Century Rosewood Pop Up Davenport Desk

Early Victorian 19th Century Rosewood Pop Up Davenport Desk

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Davenport Writing Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the davenport writing desk you’re looking for. Each davenport writing desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and animal skin. Your living room may not be complete without a davenport writing desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A davenport writing desk is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Regency and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one davenport writing desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Thomas Wilkinson & Sons, Bruce James Talbert and Davenport Porcelain produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Davenport Writing Desk?

Prices for a davenport writing desk start at $500 and top out at $125,000 with the average selling for $3,297.

Finding the Right Desks-writing-tables for You

Choosing the perfect writing desk or writing table is a profoundly personal journey, one that people have been embarking upon for centuries.

Queen Atossa of Persia, from her writing table circa 500 B.C., is said to have been the originator of the art of handwritten letters. Hers was reportedly the first in a long and colorful history of penned correspondence that grew in popularity alongside literacy. The demand for suitable writing desks, which would serve the composer of the letters as well as ensure the comfort of the recipient naturally followed, and the design of these necessary furnishings has evolved throughout history.

Once people began to seek freedom from the outwardly ornate styles of the walnut and rosewood writing desks and drafting tables introduced in the name of Queen Victoria and King Louis XV, radical shifts occurred, such as those that materialized during the Art Nouveau period, when designers longed to produce furniture inspired by the natural world’s beauty. A prime example is the work of the famous late-19th-century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí — his rolltop desk featured deep side drawers and was adorned with carved motifs that paid tribute to nature. Gaudí regularly combined structural precision with decorative elements, creating beautiful pieces of furniture in wood and metal.

Soon afterward, preferences for sleek, geometric, stylized forms in furniture that saw an emphasis on natural wood grains and traditional craftsmanship took hold. Today, Art Deco desks are still favored by designers who seek to infuse interiors with an air of luxury. One of the most prominent figures of the Art Deco movement was French decorator and furniture designer Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. With his use of neoclassical motifs as well as expensive and exotic materials such as imported dark woods and inlays of precious metals for his writing desks, Ruhlmann came to symbolize good taste and modernity.

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