Wooden writing box w/ brass inlay containing asst. inkwells, pen quills, ivory razor and razor sharpener. Box--under lid, one pocket file w/ red pressed leather. 5 compartments in rear of box, one removable tray in front w/ brass ring handles and 2 compartments under tray.
portable desks
desks
brass (alloy)
leather
wood (plant material)
Brass
Leather
DESK, PORTABLE
Engraved on brass inlay on top center: ""Joseph Tucker""
Original to Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, Me.),
Unknown
5 x 9.5 x 7.75 (HxWxD) (inches)
Gift of Miss Jane S. Tucker
1998.501
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