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Oak Writing Box

Categories Wood Inkstands
Type Writing Box
Material Metal, Wood
Manufacturer Undetermined
Origin England
Date or Era circa 1890

English oak writing box with metal accents and two glass inkwells with hinged lids. Made for a partners’ desk, there are pen channels on both sides of the inkwells. The drawer below holds paper and other writing paraphernalia, and maybe even cigars! The piece has a metal loop handle for carrying.

Sold for $400 in August 2023

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