A Four-Piece Alligator Leather Desk Set, late 19th-early 20th century
13-3/4 inches high x 19-3/8 inches wide (34.9 x 49.2 cm) (portfolio)



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The lot comprising fold-out desk portfolio with suede folders and paper blotter pad, brass-mounted monogram to exterior, fold-out notepad with suede interior and brass-mounted monogram to exterior, inkwell case with glass insert, and ink blotter.

Rubbing and minor wear to crocodile leather, ink residue to interior of inkwell, tearing of seam to one folder to interior portfolio, otherwise with wear commensurate with age and use.