Mahogany and brass writing desk English 19th century

Mahogany and brass writing desk opening onto a removable black leather-wrapped sloping top, revealing a space for storing papers.
4 compartments containing two glass and brass inkwells, a pen tray and a removable pencil holder revealing a compartment. Good condition.
Late 19th century, 1895.
Dimensions: H 14.7 x W 40 x D 23.8 cm, compartments under sloping top: 37.5 x 16 and 21 cm, inkwells: 4.5 x 4.5 cm, pen tray: 7.5 x 4.5 and pencil rest: 20 x 4.5 cm
Lambeth School
Lambeth Boys School has its roots in a 1658 proposal to establish a free school in the parish of Lambeth, London.
Over the centuries, the school underwent several evolutions. In 1708, another charity school for poor boys was established in the neighborhood, and in 1753 the two institutions were brought together under one roof after the construction of a new building. The school then moved to Hercules Road in 1851, then to a new building in 1904, after a railway company bought the land.
Lambeth Boys School became a recognized South London institution, patronized by the Archbishop of Canterbury. It was renowned for the quality of its teaching and its openness to all local boys, whatever their social or religious background. The school also offered evening classes for adults, and art and science classes, anticipating the future continuing education initiatives of the London School Board.
The school produced many students who went on to higher education or prestigious careers, thanks in part to scholarships and the support of local benefactors. It has also had a significant social impact, serving as a meeting and activity center for the local community.

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