Lot 58 , An early 20th century French red boulle work lap desk, width 13in. depth 11.5in. height 8in.

An early 20th century French red boulle work lap desk, the hinged lids enclosing a fitted interior and writing slope lined in burr wood, width 13in. depth 11.5in. height 8in.
Estimate £200-300

Ground tortoiseshell has dried out with numerous fine cracks running throughout it, it is possible that it is actually a simulated tortoiseshell rather than the natural material, there are a number of pink infils where restoration has been carried out, mostly towards to the top of the right side, a few small areas of brass lifting, interior is good, comes with the original working key.


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Sold for £300