Lot 19581

Traveling Lap Desk

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The Reverend R. Howarth Traveling Lap Desk: English or American, c. 1883, stand probably of a later date, bears brass presentation plaque in collection with Heaton Baptist Church, dated 19th September 1883. Overall: 22-1/4"h x 16"w x 8-1/4"d

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ENGLISH BRASS-INLAID MAHOGANY TRAVELING LAP DESK: English brass-inlaid mahogany traveling lap desk, 19th c., hinged lid with brass trim and cartouche, interior fitted with leather writing surface, lifting to reveal open storage, with pencil slot and

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19th C Small Traveling Lap Desk Writing Box: Traveler's lap desk, lid with small round copper inlay, interior with sectioned compartments, writing area, drop down and lift up leaves, 9'' x 3'' H, working key and lock mechanism. No issues noted o

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AMERICAN OR BRITISH WALNUT TRAVELING LAP DESK: AMERICAN OR BRITISH WALNUT TRAVELING LAP DESK, hinged rectangular lid concealing a fitted interior with two clear glass inkwells, no markings located. Retains an old refinished surface with warm color

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Antique Traveling Lap Desk: measures about 13 x 8 1/2 inches by 5 inches tall closed

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19th C Black Lacquer Paper Mache Traveling Lap Desk MOP: 19th C Black Lacquer Paper Mache Traveling Lap Desk MOP floral decoration on top lid. Pen rest and glass inkwell interior. Size: 4h x 15L x 10.5w

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Caldwell Dore Bronze Mounted Ebony Traveling Desk: Antique ornate slant front traveling lap desk by Caldwell, Philadelphia. Exotic ebony veneer with gold gilt bronze mountings in the Gothic taste. Cylinder type top opens to reveal compartments contain

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ANTIQUE ENGLISH REGENCY ROSEWOOD CAMPAIGN LAP DESK: Outstanding and rare traveling lap desk in rosewood with ornate silvered metal inlay, dating from the George III or English Regency period. Desk opens to an embossed leather writing surface with ample

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ANTIQUE INLAID TRAVEL / LAP DESK: 19th Century Inlaid Walnut Traveling Lap Desk, with diamond cut and fruitwood inlaid escutcheon. Banded MOP and Ebony inlay. A hinged top exposes a fitted interior with green felt writing surface, hin

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Antique Wood Tabletop Stationary Box w Ink Well: English Traveling Lap & Desk Document Box with fitted glass ink well and pen shelf , 4 interior paper slots, and pull out drawer to base. Brass hinges, hardware and drawer pull. Possibly dates to earl

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Victorian Rose Wood Travel Secretary Writing Desk: Antique 19th century Victorian rose wood rectangular traveling lap desk hinged box. Having mother of pearl inlay to top. No apparent makers marks. SHIPPINGHill Auction Gallery will offer in-house cont

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Circa 1860 Civil War Traveling Folding Lap Desk with Inlaid Folk Art "Star" Cover: Circa 1860 Civil War Traveling Folding Lap Desk with Inlaid Folk Art "Star" CoverNote: back needs a repair at hinge but the latch is in lock possition. size: h 5.5 L 14

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Civil War Era Traveling Folding Lap Desk Walnut Wood: Civil War Era Traveling Folding Lap Desk Walnut Wood. size: 5.75 in. x 11.75 in. x 9 in.

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19th C. English Mahogany Lap Desk on Stand: Early 19th century traveling English lap desk on legs with brass inlay throughout as shown. Fitted interior as shown. Light signs of use and wear consistent with age. Measuring approx 19" tall x 20" w

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English Antique Wooden Travel Lap Desk Box 2pc LOT: An estate lot of two (2) antique English style wooden traveling writing lap desk with secret compartments. Includes: 6" x 20" x 10" box, featuring bronze exterior inlay, green velvet interior, with no

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Description

Traveling lap desk, brass insert on lid not engraved, leather writing surface, two crystal inkwells, 13-5/8" w x 8-1/2" d x 5" h folded, missing interior clip to hold writing surface, scratches to surface

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Traveling Lap Desk

Name: Traveling Lap Desk
SKU: 67512841
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $60 - $120

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Starting Price $30

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