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Piece: 1784287870
Price: £ 1450
USD: ($1960)
Piece Description
A handsome Victorian mahogany Davenport desk, crafted from beautifully figured solid mahogany Circa 1890 The shaped fall-front writing slope lifts to reveal a fitted interior with compartments for papers and correspondence, while a finely carved pierced gallery crowns the back, adding an elegant decorative touch The desk is supported on boldly carved scroll supports with acanthus leaf decoration, terminating in substantial bun feet united by a shaped plinth base One side is fitted with four practical graduated drawers, complemented by a small pen drawer beneath the writing slope, while the opposing side is finished with matching dummy drawers to maintain perfect symmetry A Davenport desk is a compact Victorian writing desk with a sloping hinged writing surface, internal compartments, and a bank of side drawers, designed to provide efficient storage in a small footprint Richly figured throughout and displaying a warm, mellow patina, this davenport combines impressive craftsmanship with excellent functionality Originally designed as a compact writing desk for the Victorian home, the davenport remains an ideal choice for a study, library or living room, offering useful storage within a relatively small footprint while serving as a striking decorative piece Offered in great shape Will ship to anywhere in the world - including the US - please get in touch for a shipping quote Dimensions in inches (CM) Width x Depth x Height 22 (56) x 23 (58.5) x 37 (94)
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