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AMERICAN OR BRITISH BURLWOOD LAP DESK

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AMERICAN OR BRITISH BURLWOOD LAP DESK, interior fitted with compartments and fold-down writing surface retaining likely original covering. Appears to have poplar secondary wood. Old surface with warm color. Mid 19th century. 4" H, 14" W, 9" D.
Lacking inlaid escutcheon. One hinged writing surface detached but present. Possibly lacking interior components.
Provenance: From the collection of Dr. and Mrs. John "Jack" McAllister, Winchester, VA.

Condition

Lacking inlaid escutcheon. One hinged writing surface detached but present. Possibly lacking interior components.

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AMERICAN OR BRITISH BURLWOOD LAP DESK

Name: AMERICAN OR BRITISH BURLWOOD LAP DESK
SKU: 55360913
Price: 60 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $30 - $50

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