William Patterson's portable writing desk
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Object number1997.095
TitleWilliam Patterson's portable writing desk
DescriptionWooden portable writing desk, brass bound. Lockable with internal cases for ink cartridges and pens. Belonged to William Patterson, shipbuilder who built the SS Great Britain.
Production date 1820 - 1869
Object namedesk
Object categoryfurniture
Techniquemanufactured, crafted
Dimensions
- height: 159 mm
height: 310 mm
width: 513 mm
depth: 257 mm