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Victorian paper mache writing desk, 19th C., hand-painted cover with circular medallion at center

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Victorian paper mache writing desk, 19th C., hand-painted cover with circular medallion at center

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Victorian paper mache writing desk, 19th C., hand-painted cover with circular medallion at center and Greek Key border on black ground, slant lid, fitted interior with three wells and a green velvet writing surface, half of writing surface lifts to reveal compartment, wear consistent with age and use including craquelure of paint, loss to decoration and finish, missing key, etc., 3 1/2" h. x 12 3/4" w. x 9 1/2" d.

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Victorian paper mache writing desk, 19th C., hand-painted cover with circular medallion at center

Name: Victorian paper mache writing desk, 19th C., hand-painted cover with circular medallion at center
SKU: 134635832
Price: 75 USD
Availability: InStock