Compact portable desk tidy

Front view of a pencil case showing it closed. Front view of a pencil case showing it closed. Rear view of a pencil case showing the hinge. Rear view of a pencil case showing the hinge. Top view of a pencil case showing the inner compartments. Top view of a pencil case showing the inner compartments. Top view of a pencil case showing the tray at the base. Underside view of a pencil case showing the tray at the base. Close view of a pencil case showing the pencil sharpener.
Front view of a pencil case showing it closed. Front view of a pencil case showing it closed. Rear view of a pencil case showing the hinge. Rear view of a pencil case showing the hinge. Top view of a pencil case showing the inner compartments. Top view of a pencil case showing the inner compartments. Top view of a pencil case showing the tray at the base. Underside view of a pencil case showing the tray at the base. Close view of a pencil case showing the pencil sharpener.

Description

A portable desk tidy or stationery box comprising a lidded box which unpacks to reveal a slide-out drawer for storing writing implements; a slide-out pencil sharpener; a fold-out pen or pencil stand, a lidded compartment, a pen tray and two further compartments. The lid is attached by a metal piano hinge and the lid of the box is kept fastened by a strong magnetic clasp. Made from injection moulded polystyrene with a textured finish, when closed, the box offers a secure, compact method to transport a set of desk stationery. Circa 1980s. Measurements given are for the closed box.
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Object number

AIBDC : 008444SA

Date

1980 - 1989 (circa)

Country

Dimensions
Height
40mm
Depth
35mm
Length
195mm

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