A Victorian coromandel wood lap desk top writing box; the box approx 36 x 24 x 15 cms (closed). The curved edges brass bound, the top and front with two broad brass bands. The bold brass cartouche and escutcheon lined out with fine brass stringing. The interior complete with two secret drawers and two brass topped ink bottles with original 'L' shaped hinges and Braman lock and key, English C1840.