That doesn’t look as early as mid 19th century to me, much more 20th century and made as electric lamps. Better pics of the writing will tell, but...
Not British, but definitely American. Most commonly called a “Larkin desk”, named after the soap company that gave them for free when you bought...
Indeed, NO one said they thought this was a veneered piece. I stated it was a veneer patch on the front, which seems to be the case given the...
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