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19th C China Trade Roll Top Lap Desk on Stand

$3,800
£2,918.24
€3,344.26
CA$5,349.46
A$5,992.58
CHF 3,122.68
MX$73,097.10
NOK 39,682.10
SEK 37,417.39
DKK 24,960.66

About the Item

A early-19th century Asian hardwood lap desk on stand. A similar one is pictured in "The Decorative Arts of The China Trade," page 248. The stand is a replacement made from pearwood.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Depth: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830s
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: Replaced stand. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Very Good. Replaced stand.
  • Seller Location:
    Charleston, SC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA88703731stDibs: U1201098870373

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