English brass bound rosewood lap desk, c. 1840, rosewood case with inlaid brass borders, brass star-burst escutcheon and cartouche on lid, engraved monogram "S.M.", lid opens on double hinges, interior green velvet writing surface, four compartments, one with lid, pen rest, retains two glass inkwells, wear to velvet surface, approx. 6.5"h, 17.75"w, 9.75"d, 10.75 lbs total Start Price: $125.00
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