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English Hard Wood Portable Writing Desk, circa 1850

$1,800
£1,347.20
€1,559.98
CA$2,501.71
A$2,817.77
CHF 1,459.22
MX$34,220.65
NOK 18,535.47
SEK 17,582.45
DKK 11,639.58
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About the Item

English country portable writing desk with lifting writing surface, it has its original bronze ironworks, late 18th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Width: 22.84 in (58 cm)Depth: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Style:
    Rustic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Hardwood,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Mexico
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Guadalajra, MX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Mini escritorio de escritura c.18501stDibs: LU3550314663652

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