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Antique Gentleman s Writing Slope, English, Walnut Correspondence Box, Victorian

$1,639.32
£1,201
€1,412.93
CA$2,282.67
A$2,452.97
CHF 1,316.16
MX$28,894.54
NOK 16,549.29
SEK 15,117.67
DKK 10,559.70

About the Item

This is an antique gentleman's writing slope. An English, burr walnut and leather correspondence box, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1850. Delightful craftsmanship with a striking appearance Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Select burr walnut show fine grain interest and warm caramel hues Gold tooled and embossed leather skiver in a charming deep blue Unmarked brass name plaque to lid, ideal for personalisation Case fascia dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present Pleasingly accentuated to the corners with ebonised borders Opens out to a gentle slope, with a two piece skiver Pen tray with removable cover, and ink well compartments at the upper edge Each half of the skiver lifts to gain access to a documents compartment Leading edge skiver held in place with sliding brass clasp Replete with a screw-top glass ink well in good original order This is an attractive antique gentleman's writing slope with quality burr walnut and ebonised detail. A treat for the desktop. Delivered ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Max Width: 30cm (11.75'') Max Depth: 22.5cm (8.75'') Max Height: 13cm (5'') Extended Width: 30cm (11.75'') Extended Depth: 45.5cm (18'') Extended Height: 9cm (3.5'') Skiver Width: 23cm (9'') Skiver Depth: 33cm (13'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Walnut
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • 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: 243721stDibs: LU2645340281632

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