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19th Century English Burl Walnut Tunbridge Writing Slope Box

$1,195
$1,49520% Off
£913.65
£1,143.0220% Off
€1,046.80
€1,309.6020% Off
CA$1,685.56
CA$2,108.7120% Off
A$1,835.14
A$2,295.8520% Off
CHF 979.91
CHF 1,225.9120% Off
MX$22,153.02
MX$27,714.4520% Off
NOK 12,319.18
NOK 15,411.8620% Off
SEK 11,458.27
SEK 14,334.8220% Off
DKK 7,819.12
DKK 9,782.0820% Off

About the Item

A superb antique English burl walnut and ebony inlaid tunbridge writing slope box / lap desk, circa 1870. This handsome box opens to reveal a leather writing surface, pen tray compartment, and the original glass inkwells. The writing surface opens to reveal a secret storage compartment. It would be beautiful for display or added to a collection and would also make a wonderful gift. DIMENSIONS 11.75ʺW × 8.75ʺD × 6.5ʺH
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)Depth: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: The writing surface and interior lid have been newly relined with leather. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good antique condition with minor wear, scratches, chips consistent with age; no key.
  • Seller Location:
    Pearland, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 202001651stDibs: LU5998227350192

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