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March 2004 Fine Art & Antiques Auction

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223. Mother of Pearl Inlaid Writing Desk

A writing desk with a slant front with scalloped edges with gilt details. The central section of the top has a mother of pearl inlay scattered around the edge with a mother of pearl inlaid castle and bridge in the center. The base is also decorated with gilt design and sits on four square feet. When opened, a writing desk of green velvet with embossed floral boarder is revealed. There are additional gilt decorations around the boarder of the writing surface as well. At the top of the desk is a section with numerous compartments meant for writing utensils, paper and envelopes.



100/200   Sold $178.25
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