Late 19th century, mahogany and oak veneers, shaped brass escutcheon, copper clad borders, the lid opens to a divided front console with pen tray, and green leather writing surface with gilt foliate decoration, underneath with two storage compartments and letter holder; includes key.

5 1/2 x 16 x 9 1/2 in.

One wood piece loose to interior storage area; some scratching and small areas of loss to veneer; small area of wood loss to right rear hinge; wear to corners and copper.