Object Description
Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
Item Code: 1265
A fine quality Victorian Davenport desk, crafted from beautifully figured burr walnut with decorative inlay. The sloped writing surface is inset with a green gilt-tooled leather and lifts to reveal a fitted interior with pigeonholes and small drawers. One side is fitted with four graduated drawers, the opposite side with matching dummy fronts for symmetry. Supported on bold baluster turned front columns and standing on bun feet with concealed castors, this elegant and compact writing desk is both highly decorative and practical.
Minor signs of wear commensurate with age and use.
Key Features:
* Circa 1860, Victorian period
* Superb burr walnut veneers with rich tone and patina
* Sloped lid with green tooled leather writing surface
* Fitted interior with small drawers and pigeonholes
* One side with four functional drawers, opposing side with false fronts
* Turned front column supports
* Raised on bun feet with castors
Dimensions:
* Width: 58 cm
* Depth: 53 cm
* Height: 87 cm