Early 19th Century 1800s Dated 1820 Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Writing Lap Desk Large Writing Box That Belonged To Francis John Wall 1820 Has His Name And Date On Brass Lid Plaque English Origin Rosewood Construction With Brass Edging And Inlay Accents Signed E Turner Lock Countersunk Brass Handles Has 4 Compartments 1 Covered Long Pen Stamp And Inkwell Compartments Comes With Glass Inkwell Not Sure If Original Pen Cover Has Hidden Area Below It For More Pen Storage Green Felt Writing Areas Become One Large Area When Opened Flat Both Have Paper Storage Areas Underneath One Lock Including Key Upper Desk Has Slide Latches To Hold It In Place But Has Slight Wood Wear And Latches Don't Catch Anymore Has Large Hidden Drawer Underneath That Work With Removable Side Pin Also Has Three Very Hidden Small Drawers Inside Under Hidden Panel Operated By Pressure Release By Reaching Inside Large Hidden Drawer And Pressing Roof Under That Corner Note Dovetailed Drawer Green Felt Bottom Has Knobs On Drawers Dimensions 10"W X 16"L X 7"H There Is A Crack On Lid Some Loss To Veneer Wear Commensurate With Age Pre-Owned Good Condition Please Refer to Photos Out of New York City Estate

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