Object 39
Container
Contains 1 Result:
Rosewood with elaborate mother-of-pearl inlay in the center and borders; there is a top opening for pencils, and ink; a slant opening is the writing slope, 14” x 10” 2 ½” – 3 ½”
Item — Object: 39
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
This is a collection of antique writing desks. Lap desks featured a writing surface, compartments for pens, ink, sand or blotting paper, and storage for stationery and documents. Made of hardwoods like mahogany or walnut, these desks are very sturdy.
George Newton donated this collection.
Dates:
Other: 14” x 10” 2 ½” – 3 ½”