Carlton House desk

English

Etymology

Supposed to have been designed in the 18th century for the Prince of Wales (later King George IV), whose London residence was Carlton House.

Noun

Carlton House desk (plural Carlton House desks)

  1. A kind of antique bureau à gradin with small drawers forming a U shape around the user.
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