Davenport Desk

Date1860 C

Place of ManufactureNorth America

MediumMaterial: wood, mahogany veneer, satinwood; leather

DimensionsOverall: 86 x 64.8 x 65.5 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineEstate of Lieutenant Commander James Denoon Laurie, R.C.N. (Retired)

Object number1985.004.001

DescriptionDesk has three drawers on the right side, a cribbage board & unopened playing cards in a leather case are in the middle drawer. Ornate carved trim & drawer pulls. Leather piece on desk top. Back has ornate carvings at top & sides with a carved beaver in a raised circle in the middle panel. Inside the desk are two fake drawers with access from the decoration on the exterior top right side of desk. There are three slots inside beside the fake drawers & a writing platform. Desk is on wheels.

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