19th century, lid with brass plaque and escutcheon, with brass quatrefoils and line inlay, opening to reveal a purple velvet writing surface with open compartment, with pen trays.

4 x 14 x 10 in.

From the Collection of the Saunders Family; the Historic Leafwood Home, Saluda, VA, and Kill Devil Hills, NC

Pen tray likely missing component; one hinge missing screw; inlay losses; surface wear; wear to velvet.