1800s Victorian era Antique Walnut Document Writing LAP DESK Portable Travel Campaign Box- has some provence with a note that is attached. Could be Shaker or Amish -as there is an Atlantic in Pennsylvania- it is a gorgeous oldie.
- Possibly Shaker
- measures 14" side to side x 10.75" front to back. measures 6 1/8" high at the back & almost 4.5" high at the front as it is a slanted lap box.
- The walnut is beautiful. the key is no longer with the box. the box doesn't close flush anymore & there is a split on the bottom (see closeup pictures)
- The box hinges work well & it it a gorgeous Antique.
- the cards for provenence that came with it will come along with the box. it is quite amazing Authentic Turn of the century piece!
- Smoke free home. pictures below.
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