Furniture & Works of Art - 11th October 2011

Lot 345

A William IV rosewood and mother of pearl inlaid portable writing box by R. Dalton

Estimate £120 - £180 | Hammer £130

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Description

A William IV rosewood and mother of pearl inlaid portable writing box by R. Dalton, with a turned spindle handle and nulled mouldings, to a twin hinged top revealing a pair of divisions for inkwells, two pen trays and a lidded compartment, the base with a drawer with a green trade label inscribed 'R. DALTON, Portable Writing Desk, Fancy Cabinet and Pocket book Manufacturer, ....BAZAAR, SOHO SQUARE...', 5in (12.5cm) h, 10.25in (26cm) w, 7in (17.7cm) d.