$175
English, 19th century. Ladies mother of pearl inlaid, hand painted and parcel gilt black lacquered papier mache lap desk with floral spray at center within oval leaved border, oval inlay accents at shaped corners, hinged lid opens to reveal interior with red velvet writing surface within gilt border, half hinged to access sloped storage below, pen well at center niche beside inkwell in fitted niche. Underside of removable pen well with label from "GEORGE S. TOLMAN, Importer and Dealer in English, French & Chinese FANCY GOODS, Rich Parasols, Umbrellas, No. 133 WASHINGTON STREET, 2d store nother of School Street. BOSTON." Otherwise unmarked. Approximate height 3.75", width 13.25", depth 10.25".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-08-09
