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Description:
Brass-mounted Burl Veneer Desk Box, probably England, 19th century, with matched burl panels and brass handles, opens to a slanted two-part writing surface which hinges above two open compartments, with pen tray and pigeonholes, (minor veneer cracking, oxidation to handles),ht. 7 1/4, dp. 10 1/2, wd. 20 in.
Estimate $200-300
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United KingdomStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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