CAMPAIGN Writing CHEST Ca.1875 **SOLD** This campaign writing chest, or lap desk, is mahogany with inlaid brass fittings and decorative banding. It dates from the latter half of the nineteenth century. When open, the writing surface is slanted toward the front; the felt has been replaced. At the top back are three open compartments and two covered ones. The two mahogany lids have ivory knobs. On the left side of the chest is a hidden drawer measuring 9¼ x 19'' for storage. The bottom half of the writing surface hinges up to reveal another large storage...
Circa: 1875
Manufacturer: Unmarked  

VICTORIAN Inlaid M. O. PEARL LAP DESK Ca.1825 A Victorian lap desk made of rosewood or coromandel veneer with a Mother-of-Pearl floral inlay on the lid and on the front, around the keyhole. This desk needs some restoration, as there is a crack approximately half way across the top (see close-up photo), and the original red velvet on the desktop is deteriorating and needs replacing. Also, there is missing veneer on the top left edge and the bottom right edge (see photos). There is no key. Even with these faults, this writing desk would make a beautiful display piece. Dimensions:...
Circa: 1825
Manufacturer: Unmarked