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Antique Travelling Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Box, Victorian, C.1899
About the Item
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 with fine presentation
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich russet hues
Finished with quality, clean leather in a rich burgundy red
Narrow profile to the body, opening out to a generous writing position
Opening the lid reveals the cushioned pen slide to the reverse
Two-section fall front skiver with a gold tooled and embossed surface
Personal inscription dated to February 1899 a wonderful highlight
Five document slides set within the frame above a pull out drawer
Set within a pair of square recesses, a charming glass and brass ink well
Quartet of period calendar cards and a celluloid stamp tray sit neatly within brass rails
Dressed with a pair of distinctive brass drop handles over shaped backplates
This is a delightful antique travelling writing slope, with a striking appearance and a wonderful personalised message from a Victorian friendly society - a democratic, community based personal insurance and funereal fund that would meet in respectable public houses of the time. In an appealing, lightly used order and a treat for a modern desk or writing table. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 34.5cm (13.5'')
Max Depth: 16.5cm (6.5'')
Max Height: 25.5cm (10'')
Extended Width: 34.5cm (13.5'')
Extended Depth: 61.5cm (24.25'')
Extended Height: 38.5cm (15.25'')
- Dimensions:Height: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)Width: 13.59 in (34.5 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.5 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1899
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
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