Star Sales

1. Designed by a Master

Estimate £3,000-£4,000 Sold £20,000

A century ago, the desk was a vital piece of domestic furniture used by householders to receive and write correspondence, plan ahead and keep tabs on expenses. Every desk needed writing paraphernalia, such as ink, nibs and stamps, and these items were kept on decorative inkstands and desk trays. This ornate desk tray and its