Grote Schrijfkist met messing inlegwerk - "Boulle" Marquetry - Schrijfhelling - Desk - Kingwood, Brass, Leather - Lap Desk

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Estimate  € 600 - € 750
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€250
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€125
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A large Regency lap desk from around 1830, made of rosewood with detailed brass inlay and a leather writing surface.

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Description from the seller

A particularly large and heavy, luxuriously crafted writing box from the Regency period around 1830.
The exterior is richly decorated with detailed brass inlay and opens to a writing surface lined with leather.
On the sides are two sturdy, recessed carrying handles, and a closed drawer, without a key
Under this writing surface lie two spacious compartments with three hidden drawers.
The craftsmanship and impressive dimensions make this a beautiful example of a writing casket of this type. Full dimensions when opened: 14x51x55.5 cm

We recommend you examine the photos closely so you can fully appreciate the condition and the remarkable variety of this beautiful object.
You can also use the zoom function on the photos so you can inspect the object thoroughly to your liking.
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A particularly large and heavy, luxuriously crafted writing box from the Regency period around 1830.
The exterior is richly decorated with detailed brass inlay and opens to a writing surface lined with leather.
On the sides are two sturdy, recessed carrying handles, and a closed drawer, without a key
Under this writing surface lie two spacious compartments with three hidden drawers.
The craftsmanship and impressive dimensions make this a beautiful example of a writing casket of this type. Full dimensions when opened: 14x51x55.5 cm

We recommend you examine the photos closely so you can fully appreciate the condition and the remarkable variety of this beautiful object.
You can also use the zoom function on the photos so you can inspect the object thoroughly to your liking.
Questions? ..veilingmeester)

The item will be very well packed for shipping

Seller's Story

Helpful Tip: set an alarm to remind you of the closing date + time of your favorite property. ###Good to know: the reliable photos are shown without external lighting so that you know what you are bidding on and maybe you are the winner! See you soon ;-) ###
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Lap Desk
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Manufacturer/brand
Grote Schrijfkist met messing inlegwerk
Designer/artist/maker
"Boulle" Marquetry - Schrijfhelling
Material
Brass, Kingwood, Leather
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
20 cm
Width
51 cm
Depth
27 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
The NetherlandsVerified
2417
Objects sold
100%
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