$510
Brass-bound Mahogany Writing Box on Stand, probably England, early 19th century, the top inset with a brass plaque indicating ownership, the interior with velvet-covered writing surface, ink, writing utensil, storage compartments, and a hidden compartment, on a conforming mahogany stand, overall ht. 21, box ht. 6 3/4, wd. 20 1/2, dp. 12 1/4 in. Note: Brass plaque reads: "John I. Poppino/Hammonds Port/Steuben Co./N.Y."
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2013-08-05