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FINE SHIP CAPTAINS FLAME MAHOGANY LAP WRITING DESK

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FINE SHIP CAPTAINS FLAME MAHOGANY LAP WRITING DESK

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Large ship captain's flame mahogany traveling lap desk, late 19th c., the rectangular case bound in brass with recessed handles, pin lock side drawer with several compartments, mirrored interior fitted with ink receptacles, slots and slanted writing surface, also housing a pair of concealed drawers, retaining key, 8"h, 21.5"l, 10.75"d, 20.5lbs Start Price: $150.00