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1854 Paint Decorated Folk Art Lap Desk

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Description

Poplar in original blue and yellow painted finish with 5-pointed stars and other geometric designs on top, sides and front, left side with 1854/C.W. W.H.T., right side with only 1854, red washed interior with compartments, piece of gallery on left top, nice old untouched patina, 12 1/2 x 14 x 8 1/2" high.

Condition

Paint circa 94%, missing part of gallery and top, & one interior shelf, still Very Good

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1854 Paint Decorated Folk Art Lap Desk

Name: 1854 Paint Decorated Folk Art Lap Desk
SKU: 65965243
Price: 60 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $200

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