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Antique Correspondence Box, Ceylon, Ebony, Campaign, Writing Slope, Victorian

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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)
  • 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: 242011stDibs: LU2645339893402

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