Antique Monogrammed Victorian Wooden Portable Writing Desk with Medical Instruments by Hausburg in Liverpool
Antique English writing slope (also known as a lap desk or portable desk), which dates back to the Victorian era (circa 19th century).
Features a hinged, dual-section workspace lined with blue velvet
Underneath the folding flaps lie hidden compartments for storing paper, envelopes, and personal letters.
The top section includes dedicated storage cutouts for housing inkwells and including two glass wells, a curved pen tray with a metal pen engraved 'Wallace'.
The front is fitted with a classic brass lock and its matching skeleton key to protect private correspondence, unfortunately doesn't lock.
Also includes antique medical surgical instrument set from the 19th century.
The set was produced by T.L. Hausburg in Liverpool, known for its medical instrument manufacturing.
Monogrammed on lid 'AS'.
Pink velvet underside.
Measures 13 x 9.5 inches.