English Victorian 1880 Antique Ebony, Rosewood & Burl Lap or Travel Desk #37974

An exquisite English Victorian period lap or travel desk from the 1880's was the laptop of its day. Inlaid marquetry includes mother of pearl, pecky maple burl, rosewood and brass. There are small losses to the exterior moldings, see photos.

The interior has a compartment holding a pen flanked by two cut crystal and silver lidded inkwells. Inside is a slanted worn velvet writing surface, there is also storage for papers underneath.

The original finish is extremely well preserved. Waxed and buffed, all that is needed to maintain its warm patina is an occasional wipe with a soft dry cloth. There is no key for the folding lid, and there is shrinkage and warping on the lid and interior of the compartment.

Size is 13 1/2" wide, 11" deep and 4" tall when closed.

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Item # 37974