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Antique Gentleman's Writing Slope, English, Walnut Correspondence Box, Victorian
About the Item
This is an antique gentleman's writing slope. An English, burr walnut and leather correspondence box, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1850.
Delightful craftsmanship with a striking appearance
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Select burr walnut show fine grain interest and warm caramel hues
Gold tooled and embossed leather skiver in a charming deep blue
Unmarked brass name plaque to lid, ideal for personalisation
Case fascia dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present
Pleasingly accentuated to the corners with ebonised borders
Opens out to a gentle slope, with a two piece skiver
Pen tray with removable cover, and ink well compartments at the upper edge
Each half of the skiver lifts to gain access to a documents compartment
Leading edge skiver held in place with sliding brass clasp
Replete with a screw-top glass ink well in good original order
This is an attractive antique gentleman's writing slope with quality burr walnut and ebonised detail. A treat for the desktop. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 30cm (11.75'')
Max Depth: 22.5cm (8.75'')
Max Height: 13cm (5'')
Extended Width: 30cm (11.75'')
Extended Depth: 45.5cm (18'')
Extended Height: 9cm (3.5'')
Skiver Width: 23cm (9'')
Skiver Depth: 33cm (13'')
- Dimensions:Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 243721stDibs: LU2645340281632
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