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THBSigned 19th C. Sri Lankan Lap Desk
About Seller
5251 110th Avenue North, Suite 118
Clearwater, FL 33760
United States
Blackwell Auctions is a fine art, vintage, and antiques auction gallery in Clearwater, Florida. Selling lots in-house and online, we’ve been carefully selecting distinctive items since 2016. In our gallery, you can expect to discover fine art, jewelry , militaria, coins, stamps, silver, memorabilia,...Read more
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About Auction
LiveAug 19, 2023
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- Lot Description
1800's antique Ceylon native hardwood locking lap or campaign desk with slant top lid. Exterior decorated with porcupine quills and ivory dot pattern. Top opens in two parts to reveal a blue velvet writing surface, open storage compartment, lidded compartment, two spaces for inkwells, and an inlaid ivory design depicting a seated figure holding a fruiting vine in each hand. Upper segment of writing surface lifts to reveal a black velvet lined compartment with two drawers and text noting location of production as the Kotuwegoda district of Matara, Ceylon, with carved signature reading "Work Is Done By D.A. DeWendere Wejendere". Please note: The item is carved from antique, pre-ban African elephant ivory. The item can be shipped only where allowed by law. Approx. 15-1/4"L x 10-1/2"W x 7-1/2"H. This item will need to be shipped by a packing company of your choice. We maintain a list of reliable shippers, or you may choose your own.
Condition
Some missing elements, age cracks and shrinkage of wood evident, creating issues with resetting some of the ivory inlay. Some extra quills included. See images for more details on condition.
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Shipping: Each auction item notes in its catalog description whether it can be shipped in-house or will require 3rd party shipping by your own arrangements. *For many small items, we provide in-house packing and shipping via UPS and USPS that is done with excellence and is competitively priced. Your invoice will include a shipping fee if we’re able to ship your item, and you are also welcome to contact local third-party shippers or make your own arrangements for pickup or shipping. Items that can be shipped in-house are noted in the catalog. Please see the Terms page on our website for more information on shipping carriers’ insurance policies. *Some items must be shipped by your own arrangements — you will need to contact vendors directly for quotes and to make arrangements, and you will pay them directly. Items that require 3rd party shipping by your own arrangements are noted in the catalog. As a courtesy, we provide a resource list for you, below. *Purchases left at the gallery 30 days after the auction will be considered abandoned and will become the property of Blackwell Auctions, with no refund given. As a courtesy, we provide this resource list for you when making your own shipping arrangements, but you may use any vendor you wish. Your transaction with any 3rd party shipper is entirely between you and the shipper. We are not responsible for fees, handling, timeline, insurance, damage claims or any other part of the transaction with the shipper you choose. Once your items are removed from our gallery, your transaction with us is complete. o UPS store 4567: store4567@theupsstore.com phone: (727)725-9985 option #9 to speak directly with an associate. o UPS store 6886: Auction@store6886.com phone:(727)513-2400 o ORBIT PROFESSIONAL PACKING CRATING (888) 247-8540 or 727-507-7447 lg@orbitppc.com www.orbitppc.com (U.S. & International) o CRATERS & FREIGHTERS (813) 889-9008 ( 877) 448-7447 Fax (813) 884-8393 Tampa@cratersandfreighters.com www.cratersandfreighters.com (U.S. & International) o We’ve had several buyers be pleased with this service -- https://www.uship.com/ Firearms: Blackwell Auctions observes all Federal, state and local gun laws. Only the registered bidder may pay for and pick up firearm(s) after the mandatory three-day waiting period (excluding weekends and legal holidays), if applicable. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, PURCHASE A FIREARM FOR ANOTHER PERSON. Blackwell Auctions may, at its discretion, refuse a bid for any reason. For local pickups, Blackwell Auctions charges a $20 processing fee. Firearm sales to Florida residents (with the exception of muzzleloaders or antique arms manufactured before 1898) will be subject to and must pass the FDLE Background Check. The purchaser will be required to fill out ATF Form 4473 and provide a valid government-issued photo identification. If you are NOT a Florida resident, you may not take direct possession of a firearm. Do not bid on a firearm if -- by judgment or disability -- you may not legally possess a firearm. Any attempt to circumvent Federal, state or local laws governing firearm sales will be reported to local law enforcement and to the ATF field office. You must be 18 years old to purchase rifles or shotguns, and 21 years old to purchase a handgun. You must be 18 to purchase long gun ammunition and age 21 to purchase handgun ammunition. You are responsible for knowing if your state bars a certain type of firearm/ammo/accessory from being shipped to you. Know your laws BEFORE bidding.
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