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Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870
Located in Belmont, MA
Introducing a delightful German Davenport desk dating back to 1870. This small and narrow desk
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Antique 1870s German Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

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

Davenport Desk, Germany, 1870

H 35.44 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
19th Century Englisch Davenport Secretary in Mahogany
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Davenport desk is a compact and elegant piece of English furniture, originally designed in the
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Englisch Davenport Secretary in Mahogany
19th Century Englisch Davenport Secretary in Mahogany

19th Century Englisch Davenport Secretary in Mahogany

H 40.95 in W 22.45 in D 29.14 in
Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815
Located in Potters Bar, GB
desk is named after Captain Davenport, who is said to have commissioned the first of these desks from
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Antique 18th Century Regency Desks

Materials

Oak

Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815
Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815

Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815

H 31 in W 20 in D 23 in
5-Drawer Mahogany Davenport Desk with Tooled Leather Top and Gallery
Located in Germantown, MD
An exceptional 5-Drawer Mahogany Davenport desk with tooled leather top and gallery. The
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Early 20th Century American Other Desks

Materials

Mahogany

5-Drawer Mahogany Davenport Desk with Tooled Leather Top and Gallery
5-Drawer Mahogany Davenport Desk with Tooled Leather Top and Gallery

5-Drawer Mahogany Davenport Desk with Tooled Leather Top and Gallery

H 34 in W 22.75 in D 23 in
Early 19th Century British Davenport Desk in the Manner of Gillows
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING Early 19C British Rosewood Davenport Desk in the Manner of
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Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Early 19th Century British Davenport Desk in the Manner of Gillows
Early 19th Century British Davenport Desk in the Manner of Gillows

Early 19th Century British Davenport Desk in the Manner of Gillows

H 34 in W 24 in D 22 in
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
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian 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

H 36.23 in W 22.05 in D 23.23 in
Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1840
Located in Potters Bar, GB
tooled leather Circa 1840 The name "Davenport desk" comes from Captain Davenport, for whom the first
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Antique 1840s Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1840
Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1840

Victorian Davenport Desk Burr Walnut 1840

H 32 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Regency Davenport Desk After Gillows Slide Top 1820
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Fine quality slide top Davenport desk in Gillows of Lancashire manner Brass gallery on top Four
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Antique 1820s Desks

Materials

Wood

Regency Davenport Desk After Gillows Slide Top 1820
Regency Davenport Desk After Gillows Slide Top 1820

Regency Davenport Desk After Gillows Slide Top 1820

H 32 in W 15 in D 18.5 in
English 19th Century walnut Davenport desk, ca 1880
Located in Delft, NL
English 19th Century walnut Davenport desk, ca 1880 An 19th Century English walnut Davenport desk
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Antique Late 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Walnut

English 19th Century walnut Davenport desk, ca 1880
English 19th Century walnut Davenport desk, ca 1880

English 19th Century walnut Davenport desk, ca 1880

H 35.04 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Antique Victorian Quality Inlaid Rosewood Freestanding Davenport Desk
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian quality inlaid rosewood freestanding Davenport desk, Having the original brass
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Quality Inlaid Rosewood Freestanding Davenport Desk
Antique Victorian Quality Inlaid Rosewood Freestanding Davenport Desk

Antique Victorian Quality Inlaid Rosewood Freestanding Davenport Desk

H 21.66 in W 22.05 in D 35.83 in
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
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks

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

H 32 in W 22 in D 22 in
Antique Victorian Hardwood & Green Leather Military Campaign Davenport Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Davenport desk circa 1880 in mahogany with a green leather writing slope A very good looking and
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Antique 1880s English Campaign Desks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Antique Victorian Hardwood & Green Leather Military Campaign Davenport Desk
Antique Victorian Hardwood & Green Leather Military Campaign Davenport Desk

Antique Victorian Hardwood & Green Leather Military Campaign Davenport Desk

H 33.27 in W 21.07 in D 13.78 in
Rare Fine Antique Early Victorian Military Campaign Writing Slope Davenport Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
of a Davenport desk circa 1840-1860 in solid mahogany I’ve only ever seen one other in this size
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Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

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

H 29.93 in W 19.3 in D 14.57 in
Mahogany Davenport Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Folkestone, GB
Attributed to Gillows A superior quality late 18th/early 19th century mahogany Davenport Desk The
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Davenport Attributed to Gillows
Mahogany Davenport Attributed to Gillows

Mahogany Davenport Attributed to Gillows

H 32.5 in W 19.5 in D 22.5 in
French Charles X Writing Desk
Located in New Orleans, LA
classic design of English Davenport desks to new heights. The table is exquisitely crafted of the finest
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Antique 19th Century French Charles X Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Charles X Writing Desk
French Charles X Writing Desk

French Charles X Writing Desk

H 34 in W 23.88 in D 20.88 in
English Maple Davenport Desk of the Late Georgian Period
Located in London, GB
Constructed in a finely figured and patinated Maple; rising from a plinth base, incorporating four graduated drawers to the side, with turned wood knobs; the other three sides of fie...
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Leather

English Maple Davenport Desk of the Late Georgian Period
English Maple Davenport Desk of the Late Georgian Period

English Maple Davenport Desk of the Late Georgian Period

H 33.08 in W 24.02 in D 20.87 in
English Late 19th Century Walnut Chest Signed Waring and Gillow Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Davenport desk, a design commissioned by Captain Josiah Davenport. S.J Waring & Sons were founded in 1835
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ormolu

English Late 19th Century Walnut Chest Signed Waring and Gillow Paris
English Late 19th Century Walnut Chest Signed Waring and Gillow Paris

English Late 19th Century Walnut Chest Signed Waring and Gillow Paris

H 36.25 in W 53.25 in D 26.5 in
19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer and Gilt Davenport Desk
Located in Brea, CA
Early 19th century Chinese export lacquer and gilt Davenport desk, the entire finely decorated with
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer and Gilt Davenport Desk
19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer and Gilt Davenport Desk

19th Century Chinese Export Lacquer and Gilt Davenport Desk

H 34 in W 21 in D 25 in
Antique 12ft Imperial Style Extending Dining Table C1810 19th Century
Located in London, GB
for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816. Gillows made
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Antique 1810s English George III Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 12ft Imperial Style Extending Dining Table C1810 19th Century
Antique 12ft Imperial Style Extending Dining Table C1810 19th Century

Antique 12ft Imperial Style Extending Dining Table C1810 19th Century

H 28.55 in W 142.13 in D 60.04 in
Antique 12ft Imperial Style Extending Dining Table C1810 & 12 Chairs 20thCentury
Located in London, GB
Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816. Gillows made medicine chests, powdering
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Antique 1810s English George III Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 12ft Imperial Style Extending Dining Table C1810 & 12 Chairs 20thCentury
Antique 12ft Imperial Style Extending Dining Table C1810 & 12 Chairs 20thCentury

Antique 12ft Imperial Style Extending Dining Table C1810 & 12 Chairs 20thCentury

H 28.55 in W 142.13 in D 60.04 in
Antique 12ft Imperial Style Dining Table C1810 &12 Chairs 20thCentury
Located in London, GB
the straight side and a sliding holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the
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Antique 1810s English George III Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 12ft Imperial Style Dining Table C1810 &12 Chairs 20thCentury
Antique 12ft Imperial Style Dining Table C1810 &12 Chairs 20thCentury

Antique 12ft Imperial Style Dining Table C1810 &12 Chairs 20thCentury

H 28.55 in W 142.13 in D 60.04 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
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Antique 1840s English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

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

H 35.04 in W 25.2 in D 23.63 in
Victorian Walnut Davenport
Located in Manchester, GB
An attractive inlaid burr walnut davenport from the Victorian period. With dummy drawers to one
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Davenport
Victorian Walnut Davenport

Victorian Walnut Davenport

H 35 in W 22 in D 20 in
Victorian Walnut Davenport
Located in Manchester, GB
A superb Victorian burr walnut veneered Davenport beautifully decorated with inlaid crossbanding
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Davenport
Victorian Walnut Davenport

Victorian Walnut Davenport

H 34.26 in W 23.23 in D 22.05 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
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

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

H 33.5 in W 22 in D 25 in
George IV Zebra Wood Davenport
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
An early 19th century George IV zebra wood veneered mahogany lined Davenport desk. The desk has
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Antique 1820s British George IV Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Zebra Wood

George IV Zebra Wood Davenport
George IV Zebra Wood Davenport

George IV Zebra Wood Davenport

H 34.3 in W 1,919 in D 23.4 in
Regency Rosewood Davenport with a Sliding Top in the Manner of Gillows
Located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
A Regency rosewood davenport, the sliding top in the manner of Gillows and a brass gallery to the
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Antique 1810s English Regency Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Davenport with a Sliding Top in the Manner of Gillows
Regency Rosewood Davenport with a Sliding Top in the Manner of Gillows

Regency Rosewood Davenport with a Sliding Top in the Manner of Gillows

H 35.04 in W 22.45 in D 24.81 in
Mid Victorian Burr Walnut Piano Top Davenport
Located in Manchester, GB
A lovely mid Victorian piano top burr walnut davenport of superb color and condition. The interior
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Boxwood, Walnut

Mid Victorian Burr Walnut Piano Top Davenport
Mid Victorian Burr Walnut Piano Top Davenport

Mid Victorian Burr Walnut Piano Top Davenport

H 36.23 in W 21.66 in D 22.84 in
Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1890
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous Victorian Davenport desk in walnut Hand crafted from walnut and circa 1890 Sloped writing
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Antique 1890s Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1890
Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1890

Victorian Davenport Desk Walnut 1890

H 34 in W 22 in D 22 in
Antique Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
An unusual Victorian Antique Davenport Desk that is reputed to have been made for the Great
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Ebony, Fruitwood, Walnut

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

Antique Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk, circa 1850

H 61.03 in W 38.59 in D 20.48 in
Victorian Davenport Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An English figured walnut ‘Davenport’ desk fitted with four graduated drawers to one side with
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Antique Late 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Leather, Boxwood, Ebony, Walnut

Victorian Davenport Desk
Victorian Davenport Desk

Victorian Davenport Desk

H 34 in W 21.5 in D 20.5 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
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

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

19th Century Early Victorian Walnut Davenport Desk

H 34 in W 26 in D 23 in
19th Century English Davenport Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An excellent-quality English ‘Davenport’ desk, the sides with pierce-carved fretwork, one side
Category

Antique 1850s English William IV Desks

19th Century English Davenport Desk
19th Century English Davenport Desk

19th Century English Davenport Desk

H 35 in W 23 in D 21 in
Davenport Captain's Desk with Kneehole
Located in New York, NY
Small Captain's Desk in the Davenport style with a writing slant-lid cubby and 10 exterior drawers
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Antique Late 19th Century British Desks

Davenport Captain's Desk with Kneehole
Davenport Captain's Desk with Kneehole

Davenport Captain's Desk with Kneehole

H 34.5 in W 26 in D 19 in
19th Century Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful Davenport desk in Burr Walnut. Right side has drawers and left side are not real drawers
Category

Antique 1840s British Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

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

19th Century Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

H 34.65 in W 21.66 in L 34.65 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
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian 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

H 33 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 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
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

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

H 37.41 in W 22.05 in D 21.66 in
Dynamite Vintage Colonial American Davenport Style Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
slope, hide your work from unexpected visitors very quickly. This is a special desk in the Davenport
Category

20th Century American Desks

Materials

Walnut

Dynamite Vintage Colonial American Davenport Style Desk
Dynamite Vintage Colonial American Davenport Style Desk

Dynamite Vintage Colonial American Davenport Style Desk

H 29.75 in W 28.5 in D 33 in
Fine Quality Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality Victorian burr walnut davenport desk having the original brass gallery which lifts up
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Fine Quality Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
Fine Quality Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

Fine Quality Victorian Burr Walnut Davenport Desk

H 33.5 in W 22.5 in L 33.5 in
Davenport Desk in Walnut Root, England, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
drawers. Its shape responds to the typology known as Davenport desk: top with storage space and similar to
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Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Desks

Materials

Metal

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

Davenport Desk in Walnut Root, England, 19th Century

H 33.47 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in
Antique English Four Drawer Davenport Desk, 19th Century
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Antique English mahogany Davenport desk with sliding top. Provenance from the Vancouver Dueck
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique English Four Drawer Davenport Desk, 19th Century
Antique English Four Drawer Davenport Desk, 19th Century

Antique English Four Drawer Davenport Desk, 19th Century

H 29 in W 22 in D 22 in
Antique English Regency Rosewood Slide Top Davenport Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Glasgow, GB
A super Regency rosewood Davenport dating to circa 1820 and featuring a rare brass grille front
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique English Regency Rosewood Slide Top Davenport Desk
Antique English Regency Rosewood Slide Top Davenport Desk

Antique English Regency Rosewood Slide Top Davenport Desk

H 35.04 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in
Antique English Edwards & Roberts Coromandel Davenport Desk, 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Glasgow, GB
A rare 19th century Coromandel davenport by Edwards & Roberts of London. Featuring beautiful dark
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Antique English Edwards & Roberts Coromandel Davenport Desk, 19th Century
Antique English Edwards & Roberts Coromandel Davenport Desk, 19th Century

Antique English Edwards & Roberts Coromandel Davenport Desk, 19th Century

H 31.7 in W 23.04 in D 25.2 in
Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut and Leather Davenport or Ship Captain’s Desk
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fine quality antique English leather top inlaid burr walnut davenport or ship captain's desk with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Desks

Materials

Leather, Boxwood, Walnut

Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut and Leather Davenport or Ship Captain’s Desk
Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut and Leather Davenport or Ship Captain’s Desk

Antique English Inlaid Burr Walnut and Leather Davenport or Ship Captain’s Desk

H 31 in W 20 in D 20 in
Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Antique Victorian rosewood davenport, a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the era. The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport
Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport

Antique Victorian Rosewood Davenport

H 33.47 in W 22.84 in D 23.23 in
19th Century English Davenport
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
mahogany pleasantly decorated with gilded brass. Davenport with top desk covered in original leather in
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Antique Late 19th Century English Secretaires

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Davenport
19th Century English Davenport

19th Century English Davenport

H 33.47 in W 24.81 in D 22.84 in
Antique Regency Dining Table c.1820 & 8 Vintage Chairs
Located in London, GB
bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816. Gillows made medicine
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Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Regency Dining Table c.1820 & 8 Vintage Chairs
Antique Regency Dining Table c.1820 & 8 Vintage Chairs

Antique Regency Dining Table c.1820 & 8 Vintage Chairs

H 29.14 in W 58.27 in D 53.94 in
Antique Regency Mahogany Gillows Style Dining Table, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
sliding holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816
Category

Antique 1820s English Dining Room Tables

Antique Regency Mahogany Gillows Style Dining Table, circa 1820
Antique Regency Mahogany Gillows Style Dining Table, circa 1820

Antique Regency Mahogany Gillows Style Dining Table, circa 1820

H 29.93 in W 90.95 in D 48.04 in
Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table Manner of Gillows, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
sliding holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816
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Antique 1820s British Dining Room Tables

Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table Manner of Gillows, circa 1820
Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table Manner of Gillows, circa 1820

Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table Manner of Gillows, circa 1820

H 29.93 in W 96.07 in D 48.04 in
Antique Regency Flame Mahogany Dining Table Manner of Gillows, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
sliding holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Regency Flame Mahogany Dining Table Manner of Gillows, 19th Century
Antique Regency Flame Mahogany Dining Table Manner of Gillows, 19th Century

Antique Regency Flame Mahogany Dining Table Manner of Gillows, 19th Century

H 29.53 in W 115.75 in D 40.95 in
Antique Early Victorian Extending Dining Table by Gillows 19th C
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816. Gillows made medicine chests, powdering
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Early Victorian Extending Dining Table by Gillows 19th C
Antique Early Victorian Extending Dining Table by Gillows 19th C

Antique Early Victorian Extending Dining Table by Gillows 19th C

H 29.53 in W 82.29 in D 40.95 in
Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
the straight side and a sliding holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the
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Antique Early 19th Century English Dining Room Tables

Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table, circa 1820
Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table, circa 1820

Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Table, circa 1820

H 31.3 in W 90.16 in D 45.28 in
Antique Metamorphic Victorian Mahogany Dining Table & 12 Chairs 19th C
Located in London, GB
the straight side and a sliding holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the
Category

Antique 1830s English Regency Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Metamorphic Victorian Mahogany Dining Table & 12 Chairs 19th C
Antique Metamorphic Victorian Mahogany Dining Table & 12 Chairs 19th C

Antique Metamorphic Victorian Mahogany Dining Table & 12 Chairs 19th C

H 29.53 in W 106.7 in D 44.1 in
Antique Regency Dining Table Manner of Gillows 19th Century and 10 Chairs
Located in London, GB
Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816. Gillows made medicine chests, powdering
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Regency Dining Table Manner of Gillows 19th Century and 10 Chairs
Antique Regency Dining Table Manner of Gillows 19th Century and 10 Chairs

Antique Regency Dining Table Manner of Gillows 19th Century and 10 Chairs

H 29.53 in W 115.75 in D 40.95 in
Antique Early Victorian Extending Dining Table by Gillows 19th C & 8 Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
the straight side and a sliding holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the
Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Damask, Mahogany

Antique Early Victorian Extending Dining Table by Gillows 19th C & 8 Chairs
Antique Early Victorian Extending Dining Table by Gillows 19th C & 8 Chairs

Antique Early Victorian Extending Dining Table by Gillows 19th C & 8 Chairs

H 29.53 in W 82.29 in D 40.95 in
Antique 11ft Gillows Style William IV Extending Dining Table C1835 19th Century
Located in London, GB
straight side and a sliding holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the
Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 11ft Gillows Style William IV Extending Dining Table C1835 19th Century
Antique 11ft Gillows Style William IV Extending Dining Table C1835 19th Century

Antique 11ft Gillows Style William IV Extending Dining Table C1835 19th Century

H 30.32 in W 131.5 in D 54.34 in
A Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Wood Cabinets by Gillow
Located in Sheffield, MA
holder for bottles. The Davenport, a lady’s desk, was featured in the sketchbooks from 1816. Gillows made
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Antique 19th Century English Cabinets

A Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Wood Cabinets by Gillow
A Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Wood Cabinets by Gillow

A Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Wood Cabinets by Gillow

H 49.5 in W 60 in D 19.5 in
Rosewood Davenport Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Huntington, NY
An early 19th century rosewood davenport desk, with low gallery above a lifting slant front
Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Desks

Materials

Brass

Rosewood Davenport Desk
Rosewood Davenport Desk

Rosewood Davenport Desk

H 32.5 in W 19 in D 21 in
19th Century English Rosewood Davenport Desk
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a rosewood davenport desk made in England, circa 1870. There is a turned brass gallery to
Category

Antique 1870s English Late Victorian Desks

Materials

Rosewood

19th Century English Rosewood Davenport Desk
19th Century English Rosewood Davenport Desk

19th Century English Rosewood Davenport Desk

H 33.75 in W 22 in D 21 in
19th Century Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk
Located in London, GB
; used in the description refers to the desk's secret compartment, a very popular feature with Davenport
Category

Antique 1860s Desks

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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

19th Century Burr Walnut Pop Up Davenport Desk

H 39.38 in W 22.84 in D 23.63 in
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The Davenport Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic the davenport desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and animal skin, every the davenport desk was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a the davenport desk — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each the davenport desk bearing Victorian, Regency or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one the davenport desk that is appealing in its simplicity, but Bruce James Talbert, Coalport Porcelain and Harrods produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a The Davenport Desk?

Prices for a the davenport desk start at $278 and top out at $125,000 with the average selling for $3,464.
Questions About The Davenport Desk
  • What is a Davenport desk used for?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is used for writing and is typically favored by women. The desk features a slanted top leather insert, a cupboard, slides and drawers to carry writing essentials. You’ll find a selection of antique Davenport desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is an antique Davenport desk?
    2 Answers
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • Why was a couch called a davenport?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    A couch is occasionally called a davenport when the furnishing in question is a large comfortable sofa that can double as a bed or can be converted into a bed. The name comes from a now-defunct New England furniture manufacturer, A.H. Davenport & Company, which was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. Davenport furnished the homes of the richest Americans during what we now call the Gilded Age.

    In the 1880s, thanks largely to the Industrial Revolution, the American economy started booming, and when it did, it created a whole new supply of millionaires. Firms like the Duveen Brothers supplied these families with European decor, and manufacturers such as A.H. Davenport & Company furnished their mansions. The term davenport became a synonym for any sofa that looked like the one produced by the popular Massachusetts company.

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  • What is the difference between a davenport and a couch?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    The difference between a davenport and a couch comes down to special features. A couch or sofa is an upholstered piece of furniture designed to seat two or more people, while a davenport is a large couch or sofa that can be used as a bed or one that folds out into a bed.

    A couch is occasionally called a davenport when the furnishing in question is a large comfortable sofa that can double as a bed or can be converted into a bed. The name comes from a now-defunct New England furniture manufacturer, A.H. Davenport & Company, which was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. Davenport furnished the homes of the richest Americans during what we now call the Gilded Age.

    In the 1880s, thanks largely to the Industrial Revolution, the American economy started booming, and when it did, it created a whole new supply of millionaires. Firms like the Duveen Brothers supplied these families with European decor, and manufacturers such as A.H. Davenport & Company furnished their mansions. The term davenport became a synonym for any sofa that looked like the one produced by the popular Massachusetts company.

    Find vintage sofas and sofa beds on 1stDibs.
  • What's the difference between a sofa and a davenport?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    The difference between a davenport and a sofa is specificity. The term sofa refers to an upholstered piece of furniture that seats two or more people. A davenport is a sofa that converts into a bed. Its name comes from the company that originally introduced the specialty sofa, A. H. Davenport and Company. Find a large collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • What is a desk tray?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A desk tray is a storage solution used to tidy up desktop work areas. Normally, they are flat rectangular trays with raised sides, and their proportions make them ideal for storing stacked papers. Some trays have more than one tier to separate incoming and outgoing paperwork. You'll find a variety of antique and vintage desk trays on 1stDibs.
  • What is a waterfall desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A waterfall desk is a desk that features rounded corners. This term comes from the idea that this stylistic feature makes it seem as if the lines of the desk flow like a waterfall. The waterfall style emerged during the 1930s and 40s. Find a range of waterfall desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a writing desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A writing desk may refer to a desk with a top, often sloping, for writing on or to a portable case with compartments to hold writing materials and a surface for writing.

  • What is a kneehole desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A kneehole desk refers to the type of desk that has a recessed, or “knee hole,” underneath between sets of drawers. The design leaves ample room for your legs when you are in a seated position. Shop a selection of antique kneehole desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a peninsula desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A peninsula desk is a two-sided desk, with each side designed with one long drawer. This functional desk makes working with a partner easy. You can shop a collection of peninsula desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a modular desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A modular desk is one composed of components. Unlike a standard desk that consists of a single piece, a modular desk features pieces that you can mix and match to create your own custom workspace. For example, a maker may offer a variety of desktops, pedestals and storage units, such as filing drawers, open shelves and specialized shelving for computer towers and peripherals. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of desks.
  • What is a tanker desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tanker desk is a type of desk made of a simple rectangular working surface that rests on two pedestals. A tanker desk can also take the form of a large surface that rests on a pair of small cabinets consisting of drawers of multiple sizes. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tanker desks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a bed desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bed desk — or lap desk — is a type of desk that is primarily designed for use in bed or for other similar circumstances. It generally offers a flat work surface with enough room for a laptop, mouse and a notebook.
  • What is a hutch on a desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A hutch is a set of cabinets or shelves placed on top of a desk. Hutches can also be found on counters, drawers, and even cabinets.
  • What is an executive desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    An executive desk is a desk often found in the offices of C-suite executives and other professionals. Compared to a standard writing desk, an executive desk is typically larger. Many feature ornate details and/or rare materials, like exotic hardwoods. Although designs vary, most executive desks have a pedestal design with a center space that provides legroom positioned between stacked drawers. Find a diverse assortment of desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a captain's desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A captain’s desk is sometimes referred to as Davenport desk. It is a small desk with an inclined desktop that can be lifted to access large storage space. It has smaller spaces in the form of small drawers and pigeonholes on the sides. This desk owes its name to Captain Josiah Davenport (1771–1836) who was the first to commission the design. Find a collection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs today.
  • How do you date a desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To date a desk, first look for any stamps or labels that tell you the name of the company that produced it. You can then use the maker information to research the piece using trusted online resources. In some cases, you may even find a manufacturing date on the piece. If you have difficulty determining how old a piece is, seek help from a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern desks on 1stDibs.
  • How high should a desk be?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A person of average height should have a desk that is 28 to 30 inches high.

  • What is a kidney desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A kidney desk is a desk that has a curvy top that is similar in shape to a human kidney. Many kidney desks are very ornate, showing off details like vellum-lined tabletops and parquetry inlay. Shop a selection of kidney desks on 1stDibs.
  • What is a console desk?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.