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Rare 19th Century British India Solid Teak Slant Lid Floor Scholar's Desk

$1,920
$2,40020% Off
£1,450.88
£1,813.6020% Off
€1,675.41
€2,094.2620% Off
CA$2,682.91
CA$3,353.6420% Off
A$2,976.91
A$3,721.1420% Off
CHF 1,559.37
CHF 1,949.2220% Off
MX$36,504.97
MX$45,631.2120% Off
NOK 19,834.68
NOK 24,793.3420% Off
SEK 18,723.09
SEK 23,403.8620% Off
DKK 12,494.59
DKK 15,618.2420% Off
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About the Item

Rare British India slant lid floor desk likely used by a scholar or merchant. Beautifully handcrafted from solid wood with excellent proportions. The flat top can house inkwells and the slant utilized for writing or drawing. The lid opens on hinges to reveal a storage compartment. A wonderful piece to incorporate in your decor if you like to sit and spend time on the floor or it may be raised by easy customization to act as a bed desk or even a full sized compact desk. A piece with a story.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Anglo Raj (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5099235493862

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