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Miniature Writing Bureau c.1875…

Sale Title: The Peter Herbert Collection and New Zealand Historical Auction
Auction House: Dunbar Sloane Ltd.
Auction Location: Auckland
Date: 16/11/2009
Lot No.   ***
Description: Miniature Writing Bureau c.1875 This very fine example was evidently designed and made as a desk compendium. The front lifts up to reveal a fitted interior complete with period ink stains as an indicator of its actual use. The use of brass ring pull handles is unusual, and feature timbers include mottled kauri, rewarewa and rimu. Height 64 cm Width 44 cm Depth 24 cm
Estimate: ***
Price: ***
Category: Small Wooden Items — Apprentice Furniture
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