18th Century Satinwood Traveling Writing Slope or Lap Desk
This is an interesting piece, it is a Traveling Writing Slope, it is a rare piece in design and craftsmanship. The desk has a section at the top for ruler, pens, ink bottles, candles, etc. in this section there are candelabra and sconces that fit at each side to light the user. Inside beneath the writing slope there are 4 secret drawers.
The desk is sound, it has a baize desk top, not original, the finish is well worn and has a charming appearance, it is 20” wide 12” deep and 8” high
HW161
Internal Reference: HW161
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1155254
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 21cm (8.3inches)
Width is 48cm (18.9inches)
Depth is 30cm (11.8inches)
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