A rosewood, cut brass, engraved mother of pearl inlaid and brass bound writing slope Second qua...

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A rosewood, cut brass, engraved mother of pearl inlaid and brass bound writing slope Second quarter 19th century The case profusely inlaid with foliate scrolls and flower heads, the hinged lid enclosing a fitted interior including a gilt-tooled leather writing surface, stationary compartments, with sunken handles to either side, 51cm wide, 29.5cm deep, 21.5cm high (20in wide, 11 1/2in deep, 8in high) This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y Y Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the UK, see clause 13. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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A rosewood, cut brass, engraved mother of pearl inlaid and brass bound writing slope Second qua...

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