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Exquisite Victorian Walnut Black Leather Campaign Writing Slope

$2,259.50
£1,650
€1,934.12
CA$3,111.51
A$3,386.80
CHF 1,794.54
MX$40,731.41
NOK 22,817.18
SEK 20,909.42
DKK 14,447.76

About the Item

Exquisite Victorian Hand-Crafted Burr Walnut Writing Slope With Black Tooled Leather Interior With Secret Compartment SLOPE 23 Brass front shield could be personalised with engraving. The top and front have been decorated in the military campaign fashion of having brass reinforced edges and brass corners. Inside the slope there is a secret door to reveal two pull-out drawers. Will be sent with: A working key, with gold key swing tag. A modern notepad. A modern quill holder two glass inkwells. All items may differ from what's depicted in imagery.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)Width: 13.59 in (34.5 cm)Depth: 9.06 in (23 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Structurally sound in original condition with surface wear and patina in keeping with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Reading, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: KF SLOPE 231stDibs: LU8232239330492

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