There are many lap desks that have significant damage to their leather slope because of age, lack of care, vandalism, and just plain overuse. These were the laptop computers of their age and many professionals who were traveling on train, horse, and boat used them. In many cases their history is fascinating — filled withContinue reading “The Value of Tape — Tip for Restoration of Lap Desk Slopes”
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Putting Humpty Together Again
RESTORATION PROJECT: Unique Antique Lap Desk | Period Unknown (best guess 1850 to 1920) | Cost of Desk $88 | Cost of Materials used for Restoration $4 | 3 Hours of Labor | Resell value now $240 The story begins with a great deal on a unique lap desk found at an estate sale. WaitedContinue reading “Putting Humpty Together Again”
A Special Case
RESTORATION PROJECT: Large Antique Campaign Writing Lap Desk | Walnut Wood from the Victorian Period (1837 to 1901) | Initial Cost $277.50 | Cost of all Restoration Materials, and Services Used During Restoration $140.00 | Restored Value $1000 to $1500 The desk was a magnificent piece purchased from the United Kingdom from Robert Morrison Antiques.Continue reading “A Special Case”