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Antique Desktop Writing Slope, English Burr Walnut Correspondence Box, Victorian

$2,595.42
£1,891
€2,252.09
CA$3,564.16
A$4,012.09
CHF 2,122.86
MX$49,765.03
NOK 26,226.31
SEK 25,083.15
DKK 16,801.71
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This is an antique desktop writing slope. An English, burr walnut and brass correspondence box, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. An attractive and delightfully appointed slope for the desktop Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good condition Striking burr walnut stocks present superb grain interest Rich caramel hues dance beneath a wax polish finish Domed stationery compartment dressed with a brass twist latch escutcheon — key present Turning the key operates the domed lid and releases the fold-out writing slope Within the stationery compartment, a pair of smaller compartments flank a quintet of small document sleeves Two delightful glass ink wells sit neatly within a brass square mount Striking indigo coloured velvet writing slope embossed with a superb pattern Upper section of the slope opens, revealing a recessed pair of document slides This is a beautifully finished antique desktop writing slope, with a distinctive domed form and an eye-catching indigo coloured interior. Perfect for the desktop with a useful number of storage compartments. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 37cm (14.5'') Max Depth: 26.5cm (10.5'') Max Height: 24cm (9.5'') Extended Width: 37cm (14.5'') Extended Depth: 45.5cm (18'') Extended Height: 28.5cm (11.25'') Writing Scope Width: 29.5cm (11.5'') Writing Scope Depth: 24.5cm (9.75'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 14.57 in (37 cm)Depth: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.97931stDibs: LU2645337831002

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