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19th Century Chinese Camphor Wood and Ebonised Writing Slope

$2,678.59
£1,950
€2,284.03
CA$3,680.24
A$4,002.67
CHF 2,121.27
MX$47,960.35
NOK 26,960.23
SEK 24,699.24
DKK 17,072.23

About the Item

19th century Chinese camphor wood and ebonised writing slope of exceptional quality, having a drawer to the front which when pulls out opens the tambour shutter on top to reveal a lift up stationary rack with various sized compartments, in the bottom central compartment there is the makers label “SUI KEE CHAN” There is a hinged lid which lifts up and over to reveal a black leather writing surface decorated with blind and gilt tooling, also further compartments including a pen tray, a panel that pops out to reveal two secret drawers, brass recessed handles to the sides and a shaped bass plaque on the top with decorative ebony line inlay, the writing slope is in excellent condition and has lovely figured wood throughout. Circa 1840.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Martlesham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 33881stDibs: LU3083331616392

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