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Object 66

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Contains 1 Result:

Crotch walnut with ivory key hole escutcheon, milk glass ink bottle 2 ½ high, velvet cushion top lining, usually sturdy partition, 19” x 9” x 5 ½”

 Item — Object: 66
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: 19” x 9” x 5 ½”