Lot 193: Victorian Mahogany Davenport Desk

A Victorian mahogany Davenport desk featuring a sloping top that opens on brass hinges to reveal a fitted interior. The interior contains four small drawers, two positioned on each side, fitted with turned white knobs and surrounding central pigeonhole compartments. The underside of the lid is inset with a green writing surface. The lower section of the desk comprises a side-opening cupboard door with a shaped panel, which opens to an interior fitted with vertical wooden dividers. The piece is constructed from mahogany and features simple brass keyhole escutcheons. No maker marks, labels, or stamps are visible on the exterior or interior of the piece.