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Braman London Portable Writing Box

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Description

A Braman of London portable writing box with lacquered exterior, a deep blue velvet-lined interior with olive wood detail, pull out drawers, leather bound gilt decorated books and a sloping writing desk lined in blue velvet with scroll motif. Stamped "Braman of London" on locking mechanism. 12-1/2in tall x 14in wide. | Philadelphia Metro area delivery, NYC curbside delivery, and international third-party shipper information are all available on our website: BriggsAuction.com/Pickup.

Condition

Slip to lacquer, repair to interior shelf. | All items are sold AS IS. Lot and condition details are for descriptive purposes only. Briggs Auction, Inc. is not responsible for errors and/or omissions of condition. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is perfect or free from wear, flaws, or characteristics of age. Please bid according to your own expertise, or request any additional information and/or photographs you deem necessary.

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Braman London Portable Writing Box

Name: Braman London Portable Writing Box
SKU: 171465169
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

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