antique-english-oak-portable-desk-compendium
Lot 1358
Antique English Oak Portable Desk Compendium
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Late 19th century, multi-hinged letter box with fold out writing slope, having dual brass handles, upper interior divided for letter storage, the lower compartment fitted with two lidded glass inkwells and pen tray, the front fold-out writing desk with leather service and lift up storage, flush base with molded trim, unsigned.

11 x 14 7/8 x 8 5/8 in.

From the Collection of Wayne Morrison, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Some small areas of chipping and loss to the exterior trim; some minor surface scratches; wear to leather writing service; upper lid interior retains one possibly original letter opener.