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Amboyna Writing Slope
$1,261.06
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£920
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€1,096.58
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CA$2,153.9320% Off
A$1,942.56
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CHF 1,029.62
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NOK 12,516.28
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About the Item
A good early 19th century Lap Desk or writing slope, unusually constructed in richly figured Amboyna wood. Fitted with brass corner brackets and flush fitting handles. This piece would have been made as a campaign or travelling piece for a gentleman.
- Dimensions:Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1815
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Replaced interior cloth writing surface.
- Seller Location:Folkestone, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 745631stDibs: LU6227227952062
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