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Liz And Malcolm Foley
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Rare Campaign Tambour Lapdesk
Wonderfull quality Chinese Export Brass Bound Camphor wood tambour topped writing desk. These lap desks were traded by sea captains in the early 19th century & were used by military officers whilst on campaign. The Camphor wood gives off a very pleasent odour & has insect repelling qualities.
The whole desk is bound in brass & has 2 brass carrying handles on either side. The slope top & main drawer front have string inlay. The original straight edge is still with the slope.
By opening the main drawer the tambour top slides backwords revealing a pop up section of pigeon holes, this also has a tambour front. By raising the upper section of the writing slope you can access a hidden section with 3 secret drawers. The main lock ( with 2 keys )is replaced as is the brass plaque on the writing slope.
The green baize has been replaced.
A rare survivor.
SellerLiz And Malcolm Foley
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Liz And Malcolm Foley
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Near Chester
Cheshire, England, UK.
Tel : 01829 782316
Non UK callers : +44 1829 782316
The whole desk is bound in brass & has 2 brass carrying handles on either side. The slope top & main drawer front have string inlay. The original straight edge is still with the slope.
By opening the main drawer the tambour top slides backwords revealing a pop up section of pigeon holes, this also has a tambour front. By raising the upper section of the writing slope you can access a hidden section with 3 secret drawers. The main lock ( with 2 keys )is replaced as is the brass plaque on the writing slope.
The green baize has been replaced.
A rare survivor.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 16/APR/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Sorry sold, price confidential
Dimensionsheight fully opened 16",
closed at front 6.25" closed at rear 11"
Depth 16.75"
Width 20.75"
Category Antique Furniture
Date circa 1820
Early 19th Century Antiques Material Camphor Wood
Origin Chinese
Condition Very good for age, take care of tambour
Item code as059a939
Status Sold
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Conversion rates as of 16/APR/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Sorry sold, price confidential
View all stock from
Liz And Malcolm Foley
Private dealersBy appointment only
Near Chester
Cheshire, England, UK.
Tel : 01829 782316
Non UK callers : +44 1829 782316
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