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Russian Prisoner Of War Carved Bone Miniature Desk

$1,975
£1,513.60
€1,739.62
CA$2,773.98
A$3,104.60
CHF 1,625.15
MX$37,715.27
NOK 20,635.24
SEK 19,472.88
DKK 12,980.59

About the Item

Made as a slant lid desk with fold down writing lid opening to a fitted interior. Two drawers below and bracket feet. Bone is white and tinted green. Carved details.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1790-1799
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Essex, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU838143192482

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