Writing table - Wood, Metal - Writer Davenport

Extraordinary 'Davenport' desk in naval style – hand-painted – dedicated to the ship HMS Centaur (1836–1841).
Dimensions: Height 100 cm – Length 80 cm – Depth 46 cm
Shipping: Due to the weight and internal structure, it will be shipped in two separate parcels.

This exceptional Davenport-style piece is directly inspired by the models used aboard Royal Navy ships in the 19th century. Its aesthetic clearly recalls the British maritime tradition, featuring rich naval-themed painted decorations, royal crests, flags, and heraldic symbols.

Features and Details
Solid wood structure, painted in marine green, and finished with gold motifs.
Front and side panels decorated with coats of arms of the Royal Navy, including:
Royal Crown
Gilded anchors
laurel leaves
Stylized Union Jack.
Main front decoration with the inscription 'FORTITUDE' and historical markings 'HMS Centaur', '1836', '1841', 'RN'.
The upper floor opens up to reveal a richly divided interior, with:
Small shaped drawers
Compartments for pens, inkstands, and documents.
Handcrafted interior trims.
Two cylindrical elements that mimic bound volumes, also painted.
The flip-up door features a writing surface covered in green leather, typical of captain's desks of the era.
The front drawers are fully usable and slide correctly.

CONDITIONS

Good overall condition with signs of use consistent with age.
Minor external paint wear and a structural repair at one corner of the base (as documented in the photos).

Important Note on Shipping

Due to the overall weight and the delicacy of the internal compartments, the furniture will be shipped in two separate packages to ensure greater safety during transport.

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Exceptional Naval-Style Davenport Desk – Hand-Painted – Inspired by HMS Centaur (1836–1841)
Size: Height 100 cm – Length 80 cm – Depth 46 cm
Shipping: Due to weight and structure, the item will be shipped in two separate parcels.

This remarkable Davenport-style writing desk is inspired by the naval furniture used aboard ships of the British Royal Navy during the 19th century. The piece features an extraordinary hand-painted exterior with royal maritime emblems, heraldic motifs, and Union Jack flags, making it highly decorative and historically evocative.

Features and Details
Solid wood construction, painted in navy green with detailed golden accents.
The front and sides are richly adorned with naval iconography, including:
Royal crown
Golden anchors
Laurel wreaths
Stylised Union Jack flags.
The main front panel includes inscriptions such as “FORTITUDE,” “HMS Centaur,” “1836,” “1841,” “RN.”
The top lifts to reveal a beautifully crafted interior featuring:
Small shaped drawers
Compartments for pens, documents, and accessories.
Hand-carved internal dividers
Two cylindrical elements painted to resemble bound books.
The writing flap includes a green leather writing surface, in perfect naval tradition.
The lower drawers are fully functional and slide smoothly.

condition

Good overall condition with age-related wear.
Some paint wear on the exterior and a structural repair on one lower corner (shown in the photos).

Important note on shipping

Due to its weight and the delicacy of the internal compartments, the desk will be shipped in two separate packages to ensure safe delivery.