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English Inlaid Lap Desk

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English Inlaid Lap Desk

English, late 19th century. A fine lap desk in mahogany with diamond inlay and hinged lid, opening to a leather writing surface, pen tray, ink well and other compartments, all lined with blue paper; ht. 5.75, wd. 15, dp. 9.25 in.

Condition

Lock removed. Cracks to side of lid. Wear to front bottom corners. Damage to interior- scratched writing surface, wear to compartment edges and paper lining.

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English Inlaid Lap Desk

Name: English Inlaid Lap Desk
SKU: 30607476
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

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