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Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century

$1,725.19
£1,291.31
€1,450
CA$2,369.59
A$2,649.49
CHF 1,389.77
MX$32,091.68
NOK 17,543.09
SEK 16,573.98
DKK 11,039.27

About the Item

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 "Davenport" because it was a captain with that surname who first ordered this Gillows of Lancaster furniture towards the end of the 18th century, from which time these desks were made with a variety of remarkable decorative elements. Requires restorations" Size: 55.5 x 57 x 79 cms. Weight is orientative.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.11 in (79 cm)Width: 22.45 in (57 cm)Depth: 21.86 in (55.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Requires restoration.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Z30991stDibs: LU2951321082392

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