Description
Outstanding Victorian pop-up davenport with piano style top made from solid walnut. The piano top lifts to reveal an interior consisting of the original tooled green leather adjustable writing surface, 2 pen tray and compartment for ink pot and 2 small drawers which conceal a hidden release mechanism for the pop-up top. The pop-up section has 3 small drawers and 4 pigeonholes. To the right there are a bank of four dovetailed drawers to the left matching faux drawers all with original turned handles. Its stunning carved scroll shaped supports stand on a plinth base with carved bun feet. The beautiful walnut veneers cover even the back so it can be free standing in the room. In excellent condition with wonderful colouring and amazing patination, a wonderful piece of history that is still very useful today. In excellent condition with minor wear commensurate with age and use that will look outstanding in any study or office.Â
DimensionsÂ
Height = 96 cm (37.8″)Â
Width = 59 cm (23.2″)Â
Depth = 58 cm (22.8″)
All measurements are done to the widest point .
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Delivery :
We can arrange to deliver any where in the world just let us know your destination and we will get a quote for you .
Here at Sinclair’s Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.
We offer a 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with any of your items purchased from us however cannot refund the return shipping cost.
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