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Anglo-Indian Rosewood Writing Desk, India, circa 1825

$6,000
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£4,552.66
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€5,205.56
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CA$8,380.37
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A$9,317.83
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CHF 4,865.26
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MX$113,420.74
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NOK 62,078.59
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SEK 58,164.67
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DKK 38,850.07
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About the Item

Elegant and finely crafted rosewood and ivory inlay traveller's writing desk from the late Mughal period of British India (circa 1825), on low bun feet. In excellent condition, with no missing inlay or damage. The exterior is lavishly inlaid on the top and all sides, corners have brass guards and on two sides, there are Campaign chest-style inset carrying handles. The interior also has very elegant inlay depicting trees and delicate flora, as well as a tambour enclosure for ink and storage of pens, and racks to hold paper and envelopes. The original green felt writing surfaces survive, as well.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Islamic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1825
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. No visible signs of extensive use or wear, except to small parts of interior felt writing surface. In remarkable condition for its age.
  • Seller Location:
    Spring Valley, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU136922523442

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