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Antique Correspondence Box, Ceylon, Ebony, Campaign, Writing Slope, Victorian
$2,313.54
£1,661
€1,964.18
CA$3,149.31
A$3,529.97
CHF 1,837.95
MX$43,102.43
NOK 23,335.30
SEK 22,119.77
DKK 14,654.89
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This is an antique gentleman's correspondence box. A Ceylonese ebony campaign writing slope, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
Fascinating grooved finish, with a well appointed suite of features
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Solid teak with distinctive appearance and deep brown tonality
Dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present
Slight apex to the lid, opening to reveal the fitted interior
Presents a pair of baize skivers, each lifting to access storage space
Trio of hidden drawers reside behind a lift-out fascia
Replete with paper roller, pen tray and document storage
This is an unusual and intriguing antique correspondence box, with a fascinating distinct appearance and useful interior. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Closed Width: 42.5cm (16.75'')
Closed Depth: 24.5cm (9.75'')
Closed Height: 14.5cm (5.75'')
Open Width: 42.5cm (16.75'')
Open Depth: 63cm (24.75'')
Open Height: 9.5cm (3.75'')
- Dimensions:Height: 5.71 in (14.5 cm)Width: 16.74 in (42.5 cm)Depth: 9.65 in (24.5 cm)
- Style:Early Victorian (Of the Period)
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- 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: 242011stDibs: LU2645339893402
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