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.