Lot 007 - Antique Folding Wooden Writing Lap Desk With Velvet Interior, Brass Hardware, And Dual Inkwells, Circa Late 19th Century

Lot 007 - Antique Folding Wooden Writing Lap Desk With Velvet Interior, Brass Hardware, And Dual Inkwells, Circa Late 19th CenturyAntique folding wooden writing lap desk with hinged panels opening to reveal a fitted interior lined in black velvet, complete with two original glass inkwells in brass caddies, storage compartments, and a side drawer disguised as a folding brass handle. The top exterior features a blank brass plaque and brass corner fittings. Exhibits wear and tear to exterior surfaces and edges of velvet consistent with age and use. Key included. Circa late 19th

These permits provide a glimpse into 19th century mortuary practices and public health regulation

Please see photographs for the most complete description of this brooch

"Souvenir of Alton Bay

and paint loss consistent with age and handling

and is dated 1894

each finely cast in an ornate grapevine motif with clusters of grapes and curling leaves

The baby has a composition head

The upper portion of the course of the Anterior Tibial Artery is seen

Issue of Punch magazine

Here is a lovely antique celluloid storage box for collars and cuffs for men's outfits

Pre-Auction Notes: Two threaded mounting studs were removed from the bottom of this statue

one sitting and one laying down