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Object 74

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Contains 1 Result:

Light wood box with large solid top having front inlays of Birdseye and tiger maple, intricate wood border inlay around the top, beveled edges and corners, broad wood borders, 14” x 9 ½” x 6”

 Item — Object: 74
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 ½” x 6”