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Victorian Pop Up Davenport


A good quality Victorian burr walnut freestanding davenport. Often referred to as a’’ Harlequin’’ , ‘’Jack in the Box’’ , or ‘’Rise and Fall Davenport ‘’. The fall lifts to reveal 2 burr walnut veneered drawers and a pull out and adjustable writing slope with hand dyed green leather which has gold and blind tooling. To the side is a pen tray and an ink well. The right hand side interior drawer has a catch which when released allows the brass galleried top and secret stationary compartment to rise on a weighted counterbalance . The top lifts over to reveal another pierced brass gallery and inside is the shaped boxwood pigeonholed and stationary compartment . To the right side are 4 mahogany lined drawers with original turned knobs, brass locks (with keys) and escutcheons with opposing dummy drawers. The whole standing on a shaped plinth base with turned feet with sunken brass castors.
Height 37.5'' / 95cm. Width 23'' / 58.5cm. Depth 23.5'' / 59.5cm. Height open 42.5'' / 108cm
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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.
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The Grange, Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
Tel : 01508 498335
Non UK callers : +44 1508 498335
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Height 37.5'' / 95cm. Width 23'' / 58.5cm. Depth 23.5'' / 59.5cm. Height open 42.5'' / 108cm
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 14/MAY/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
Category Antique Furniture
Date c.1870
Victorian Antiques Material Burr Walnut
Origin English
Item code as243a1382 / 21383
Status Sold
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Conversion rates as of 14/MAY/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
View all stock from
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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
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