English Inlaid Mahogany Campaign Lap Desk

Mid-19th century, mahogany veneers, mahogany and pine secondary, featuring brass inlaid corners and escutcheons, opening to a green and gilt leather writing service with divided pen and ink compartments and lift-up storage; retaining two brass capped glass inkwells and fountain nib pen.

6 1/2 x 15 3/4 x 9 1/2 in. (closed)

From the Collection of a Gentleman, Aiken, South Carolina

Good condition; some small nicks to veneers; base panel with crack; some tears to center of leather.

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