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Amboyna Writing Slope

$2,238.02
£1,815VAT Included
€1,967.59
CA$3,159.30
A$3,205.93
CHF 1,832.53
MX$39,071.85
NOK 21,638.65
SEK 21,761.66
DKK 14,708.13

About the Item

A good early 19th century lap desk or writing slope, unusually constructed in richly figured Amboyna wood. Fitted with brass corner brackets and flush fitting handles. This piece would have been made as a campaign or travelling piece for a gentleman.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Width: 19.6 in (49.79 cm)Depth: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)
  • Style:
    Regency (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Minor old repairs as would be expected. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Folkestone, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 4001691stDibs: LU6227228580722

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