27th Oct, 2010 12:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Audacious)
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[M] A 19TH-CENTURY WHALER'S MECHANICAL ROLL-TOP...
A 19TH-CENTURY WHALER'S MECHANICAL ROLL-TOP WRITING SLOPE
the front draw with reciprocating action to roll-top cover, with raised internal compartments supported on wooden springs and folding writing slope with marquetry inlay designs for a sperm whale and whaler in coloured woods, with brass binding to top edge -- 8¾ x 18in. (22.2 x 46cm.) closed
the front draw with reciprocating action to roll-top cover, with raised internal compartments supported on wooden springs and folding writing slope with marquetry inlay designs for a sperm whale and whaler in coloured woods, with brass binding to top edge -- 8¾ x 18in. (22.2 x 46cm.) closed
Sold for £893
Estimated at £500 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A 19TH-CENTURY WHALER'S MECHANICAL ROLL-TOP WRITING SLOPE
the front draw with reciprocating action to roll-top cover, with raised internal compartments supported on wooden springs and folding writing slope with marquetry inlay designs for a sperm whale and whaler in coloured woods, with brass binding to top edge -- 8¾ x 18in. (22.2 x 46cm.) closed
the front draw with reciprocating action to roll-top cover, with raised internal compartments supported on wooden springs and folding writing slope with marquetry inlay designs for a sperm whale and whaler in coloured woods, with brass binding to top edge -- 8¾ x 18in. (22.2 x 46cm.) closed
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Audacious), 27th Oct, 2010
