19th century, both with rosewood veneer and mother-of-pearl inlays; the first with divided interior and embossed leather writing surface, appears to be original; the second with divided interior and later red velvet writing surface.

Larger 5.5 x 13 7/8 x 9 .5 in.

From the Collection of Mary Wells, Greensboro, North Carolina

First lap desk very good estate condition; second desk with buckling veneer, left side, and front edge veneer chip.