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Antique French Brass Inlaid Mahogany Writing Slope Box 19Ct

About the Item

An exceptionally fine quality example of a polished brass inlaid travelling writing slope made during the third quarter of the 19th century, of French origin.  The entire top area decorated with premier and contra-partie inlaid scrolling arabesques depicting intricacy, opulence and masterful craftsmanship, opening to reveal a mahogany fitted interior, complete with later brass capped ink bottles. Central cartouche of lid has initials J L.  Condition: Good condition with nice patination, no losses or lifting to metal. There are a few dents to lid, see lower right-hand corner. Lock and key are present and working. The leather inside has been replaced.  Measures: Height (entire at back) 4.5" (11.5cm), width (at front) 12.25” (31cm), depth (at base) 10” (25cm). Location: Dublin City, Ireland.
  • Attributed to:
    André-Charles Boulle (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Please read full Condition Report within the listing.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5035222394652
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