19th Century British Campaign Writing Slope with Mop Inlay
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19th Century British Campaign Writing Slope with Mop Inlay
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 6.1 in (15.5 cm)Width: 16.1 in (40.9 cm)Depth: 9.4 in (23.88 cm)
- Style:Early Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Needs a new green leather insert. We have not replaced it because of the quality of the gold banding. It is held together by gold duct tape which needs replacing. The cost of the works is reflected in the reduced price.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3978112425731
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