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Georgian Period Mahogany Davenport Desk with Green Leather Writing Surface

About the Item

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, and a lockable side door enclosing four graduated drawers with brass knobs; the writing slope of sliding form, flanked by slides; the lifting top with a bead and reel edge, and having a tooled leather surface, and satinwood interior drawers.
  • Similar to:
    Gillows of Lancaster & London (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1825
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Each item has undergone careful inspection and restoration by a conservation specialist in order to guarantee the original quality and integrity of the object. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 69731stDibs: LU95479913101

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