Contact Seller
John Howkins Antiques
Tel01508 498335Please quote Antiques Atlas.
Regency-Style Mahogany Partners Writing Table
Antique Continental Walnut Escritoire
Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Exhibition Quality Coromandel Pedestal Desk
Antique Victorian Mahogany Leather Top Desk
Napoleon III French writing desk in exotic wood.
Edwardian Louis XVI Style Mahogany Writing Desk
C.1890 Louis XVI Ormolu Mounted Writing Table Desk
Untouched 18th Century Mahogany Bureau
Antique William IV Mahogany Leather Top Desk
Victorian Flame Mahogany Pedestal Desk
Good 19th.C. Carved oak Side or Writing Table
Non UK callers :
+44 1508 498335
Superb Victorian Pop Up Davenport


A superior quality Victorian harlequin davenport made from the finest burr walnut veneers. The hidden sprung stationary compartment with a boxwood interior and a very good pierced gallery which when closed shows a domed top. The piano shaped fall opens to reveal a 2 drawer interior and an adjustable pull out writing/reading slope which retains the original green and gold tooled leather writing surface and an ebonised pen tray and 2 glass ink pots with brass tops. The panelled front with top quality turned and carved decorative columns resting on a concave shaped plinth with turned bun feet and hidden castors. The right hand side with 4 mahogany lined drawers all with turned walnut knobs, brass escutcheons and working locks(with keys). The left side with false drawers and similar turned knobs and escutcheons. The freestanding back with matching burr walnut panel and applied mouldings. Bespoke quality and in A1 condition.
Davenports of this design are often referred to as Harlequin, Pop up, Piano top, or Jack in the box davenports. Sizes- Height(open)..43''..109cm. Height(closed)..36.5''..93cm. Width..23''..58.5cm. Depth..22''..56cm. 2 man delivery to most of U.K. £65. ALL TRADE ENQUIRIES WELCOME.
Viewing by appointment.
Delivery.
We will gladly provide a quote for delivery to any U.K Mainland address and we offer a full 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase. (Less the delivery cost)
Payment.
We accept payment by cheque or bank transfer.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information on this item on 07770 311611 or 01508 498335.
SellerJohn Howkins Antiques
View all stock from
John Howkins Antiques

Private dealer
By appointment only
The Grange, Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
Tel : 01508 498335
Non UK callers : +44 1508 498335
Get directions to John Howkins Antiques
Davenports of this design are often referred to as Harlequin, Pop up, Piano top, or Jack in the box davenports. Sizes- Height(open)..43''..109cm. Height(closed)..36.5''..93cm. Width..23''..58.5cm. Depth..22''..56cm. 2 man delivery to most of U.K. £65. ALL TRADE ENQUIRIES WELCOME.
Viewing by appointment.
Delivery.
We will gladly provide a quote for delivery to any U.K Mainland address and we offer a full 7 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase. (Less the delivery cost)
Payment.
We accept payment by cheque or bank transfer.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information on this item on 07770 311611 or 01508 498335.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 4/DEC/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. sold
Category Antique Furniture
Date Victorian
Victorian Antiques Material Burr Walnut
Origin English
Item code as243a526 / 20253
Status Sold
£0 
$0.00 
€0.00 

$

€

Conversion rates as of 4/DEC/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. sold
View all stock from
John Howkins Antiques

Private dealerBy appointment only
The Grange, Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
Tel : 01508 498335
Non UK callers : +44 1508 498335
Get directions to John Howkins Antiques
You may also be interested in

