Second half 19th century, mahogany veneers with inlaid strap mounts, shaped brass corners and central inlaid shield escutcheon, opens to a dark navy velvet lined writing service with lift-up storage and inlaid escutcheon, divided pen and ink compartments retaining to brass capped glass inkwells, unmarked.

6 3/4 x 19 3/4 x 10 in. (closed form)

From the Collection of the late Michael Joyce and Archie Carter III, Greensboro, North Carolina
Proceeds to Benefit Greensboro Urban Ministry

Some veneer scratches; some metal mounts lifting, with spotting and rubbing; interior upper service does not lock in place; lower service with cracks near corners; wear to velvet; no key.