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Antique Gentleman's Writing Slope, English, Walnut Correspondence Box, Victorian
$1,653.08
£1,201
€1,407.77
CA$2,256.76
A$2,510.56
CHF 1,316.06
MX$30,678.38
NOK 16,758.44
SEK 15,775.76
DKK 10,508.44
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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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