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19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope

About the Item

19th century victorian burr walnut desk top writing slope circa 1870. Fine quality english made victorian writing slope.  Exterior of rich burr walnut with tunbridge ware inlay decoration.  Top lid opens to reveal a compartment and pen tray flanked either side by ink wells.   Writing slope opens to a rich blue velvet writing surface, which folds back on itself to reveal a well and 2 secret drawers. All secured by original lock and key.  Locks stamped hapt and son of london. Obvious signs of use to purple paper lined interior, but in wonderful original condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 10.3 in (26.17 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Baize,Walnut,Hand-Crafted,Inlay,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
    England
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Debenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EA28311stDibs: LU878643338102

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