Tabletop writing case
Brown wood writing desk with opening lid, carved “Bureau”, decorated with fine carved oak leaves and blue velvet interior. It is accompanied by a glass inkwell.
- Accession Number 2021.59.202.1-3
- Period 19th century
- Materials fiber, glass, skin, leather, wood
- Measurements 10,5 x 40,5 x 33 cm
Historical context
A veritable miniature portable writing desk, the table-top escritoire is an object that included the inkwell, quill, paper and all the other necessities for writing. At one time, it also contained a seal and wax for sealing missives. Its maneuverability made it easy for the writer or copyist to move around with all the equipment needed for his task.
In the 16th and 17th centuries, writing boxes were made of lead, like the one disco...
- Accession Number 2021.59.202.1-3
- Period 19th century
- Materials fiber, glass, skin, leather, wood
- Measurements 10,5 x 40,5 x 33 cm
© Pointe-à-Callière Collection, donation by Jacques Lacaille, 2021.059.202.1-3
Photo by Michel Pinault
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