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September 5, 2024
Great Estates +
Lot 228
  1. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  2. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  3. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  4. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  5. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  1. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  2. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  3. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  4. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
  5. Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk

Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk

Dimensions
23 1/2 x 19 3/4 x 10 3/4 inches

Estimate: $50 - $100

Price Realized: $90
Includes buyer's premium

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Victorian Wood and Brass Lap Desk
Description
the fitted interior with a gilt-stamped green leather writing slope, opening to a document compartment, along with utensil compartments, raised on square legs joined by stretchers
Details
23 1/2 x 19 3/4 x 10 3/4 inches
Provenance
From the Estate of Mason Adams
Condition
with some gentle wear, including wood splitting to top, minor losses to leather

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