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Object 47

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Walnut case with inlaid trim, bird’s eye maple interior, silver key hole, blue velvet writing surface, unusual ink an pencil compartments, 14” x 9 ¼” x 4 ½”

 Item — Object: 47
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 9 ¼” x 4 ½”