Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
Victorian Inlaid Papier Mache Lap Desk / Writing Compendium Box
- Price realized
- $277
- Pre-sale estimate
- $200 – $400
- Hammer price
- $225
- Category
- Boxes
- Sold
- March 28, 2026
- Sale
- DAY 2 – MARCH 2026 | THE SPRING COLLECTION, FINE AUCTION EVENT
Lot description
Victorian papier-mache ladies' writing slope/ compendium box, late 19th c., having scalloped-edge hinged top decorated with painted florals, accented by parcel gilt trim and mother of pearl inlay, opening to inset velvet writing surface with gilt trim, approx 4"h, 13"w, 10.5"d, 6lbs
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.