Lot 286: An Antique English Oak Desk Tidy and Stationery Box

This Victorian-style desk tidy is constructed from oak with a prominent grain. The piece features a slanted, hinged top opening to reveal a storage area, while the exterior surface contains various recessed compartments designed for inkwells and writing instruments. The borders are decorated with carved beaded molding. A large brass carry handle is mounted centrally on an ornamental brass backplate. The base includes a single pull-out drawer fitted with a small circular knob.