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French Napoleon III Period Brass Inlaid Rosewood and Walnut Lap Desk
$1,450
£1,097.28
€1,265.50
CA$2,024.82
A$2,268.46
CHF 1,180.73
MX$27,625.47
NOK 15,040.93
SEK 14,164.31
DKK 9,446.82
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A very pretty French Napoleon III period brass inlaid rosewood and kingwood lap desk of fine quality. This portable writing desk is centered by a beautifully painted landscape scene. The fall opens to a velvet lined writing surface and the superstructure opens to reveal 2 original inkwells flanking a storage area for pens and letters. Retains its original key. Circa 1860. Minor losses and repairs.
- Dimensions:Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)
- Style:Napoleon III (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor losses, infilling and repairs. Brass is tarnished as shown in images.
- Seller Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: C224-51stDibs: LU855245319442
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