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English Portable Writing Desk

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Description

English Portable Writing Desk

late 19th century, mahogany and oak veneers, shaped brass escutcheon, copper clad borders, the lid opens to a divided front console with pen tray, and green leather writing surface with gilt foliate decoration, underneath with two storage compartments and letter holder; includes key.
5 1/2 x 16 x 9 1/2 in.
Private Collection, Pinehurst, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com

Condition

One wood piece loose to interior storage area; some scratching and small areas of loss to veneer; small area of wood loss to right rear hinge; wear to corners and copper.

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English Portable Writing Desk

Name: English Portable Writing Desk
SKU: 99894870
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $25,000

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