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Antique Gentleman's Writing Slope, English, Walnut Correspondence Box, Victorian

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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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