Only ever seen one before on a Regency period desk. Anyway I hope someone can put it to good use as it is a quality piece of 19c kit not an asian repro.
For sale elsewhere.
Check out my other listings of cabinet brass. Vintage Antique Furniture Slide Lock Furniture Restoration
$22.55
Type
Cupboard Secrétaire Desk Lock
Originating Region
Europe
Era
1820s
Original/Reproduction
Original
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
Unit Quantity
1
A slide lock operated by rack & pinion with knurled brass knob. Looks like never been used.