Antique Anglo-Indian Bombay Carved Sandalwood Writing Slope Box Mid-19th Century

An exquisitely hand carved bone Chinese dignitary standing figure portraying a lavishly dressed bearded male. Difficult to date, in our opinion last quarter of the 19th century. ...

An exceptionally fine quality example of a polished brass inlaid travelling writing slope made during the third quarter of the 19th century, of French origin.  The entire top area d...

An Exceptionally fine Quality English Well Figured Solid Burr Walnut Ladies or Gents Travelling Writing Slope of outstanding quality and quite large proportions. Third quarter of the...

A Very Fine Quality Chinese Export Hand Carved Religous Pagoda of traditional architectural form and generous proportions, late Nineteenth Century. The overall structure beautifull...

Stunning and Rare Example of a well grained Ladys or Gentlemans Coromandle Anglo Indian, possibly Ceylonese, fitted Travelling Sewing or Jewellery Casket of good size proportions. Third quarter of the Nineteenth Century. The rectangular hinged lidded box opening to reveal a large amount of fitted lidded compartments, with stunning decorative covers using fruit woods and other decorative materials, the entire outer main area constructed with lavish grained Coromandel. The front complete with lower full width and depth pull out lockable drawer Condition: Good condition, original good surface patination. Locks are present, single key opens both locks. Two inside covers are missing, see image. Measures: height: 5.25" (13.5cm). width: (an impressive) 16" (41cm). depth: 11.25" (28.5cm). Location: Dublin City, Ireland. Affordable Fixed charge Worldwide Store to door shipping. Coromandel: also known as Makassar Ebony, is a member of the genus Diospyros and one of the plants commonly known as ebony. Coromandel ebony wood is variegated, streaky brown and black, nearly always wide striped. It is considered a highly valuable wood for turnery, fine cabinet work and joinery. The tree grows up to 20 meters under favourable circumstances, although such trees are rarely seen nowadays. Since Coromandel ebony has been a woodworker's favorite for centuries, most of it has been felled and used in high quality furniture. The natural area of distribution are some Indonesian islands.As this exceptionally beautiful species of the Ebonies has been much appreciated by woodworkers all over the world through the past 2 centuries...

Stunning and Rare Example of an Irish well grained Ladys or Gentlemans Coromandel Travelling Writing Slope of good size proportions, made in Dublin, Ireland by George Austin. Third q...

This antique Anglo-Indian rosewood carved center table from the 19th century is a true masterpiece. It features exquisite craftsmanship and intricate detailing, showcasing the rich c...

This unusual carved Chinese wooden stool is from the Qing dynasty (circa 1820). The stool is finely carved from the center of a northern elm (Yumu...

Anglo Indian hardwood card table featuring graceful Queen Ann style legs ending in diminutive pad feet. Working drawer on end with faux drawer on opposite end. Simple and elegant. Pl...

This beautiful carved secretary/writing desk is traditional simply design with three drawers on the front and lattice foot rest on the bottom. Both si...

A long life wedding marriage chest In Chinese Mandaran, the symbol "Shou" a Chinese character ,signifies longevity and may frequently be found as decoration. it is this character...

This is an antique travelling writing slope. An English, mahogany and brass correspondence box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1899. Fascinating personalised example wit...