230/11: GILLOWS of LANCASTER: a superb quality early 19th century solid satinwood Sliding-top Davenport by this eminent and highly-regarded firm of cabinetmakers. In virtually 'mint' condition, this fine museum-quality davenport features: original cast brass gallery; blind-tooled leather writing surface; fitted interior with small drawers; slides to both sides; "secret" pen-and-ink drawer (original ink bottles therein!); four long mahogany-lined side drawers (dummy drawers opposite); original solid satinwood 'apple' shaped feet; castors within, and the whole top slides forward for use. Complete with copies of original drawings, this is truly a remarkable and most desirable davenport of the highest quality. c.1820

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