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This is an antique travelling writing slope. An English, mahogany and brass correspondence box, dating to the late Victorian period, …
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This is an antique travelling writing slope. An English, mahogany and brass correspondence box, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1899.
Fascinating personalised example with fine presentation
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Select stocks present fine grain interest and rich russet hues
Finished with quality, clean leather in a rich burgundy red
Narrow profile to the body, opening out to a generous writing position
Opening the lid reveals the cushioned pen slide to the reverse
Two-section fall front skiver with a gold tooled and embossed surface
Personal inscription dated to February 1899 a wonderful highlight
Five document slides set within the frame above a pull out drawer
Set within a pair of square recesses, a charming glass and brass ink well
Quartet of period calendar cards and a celluloid stamp tray sit neatly within brass rails
Dressed with a pair of distinctive brass drop handles over shaped backplates
This is a delightful antique travelling writing slope, with a striking appearance and a wonderful personalised message from a Victorian friendly society - a democratic, community based personal insurance and funereal fund that would meet in respectable public houses of the time. In an appealing, lightly used order and a treat for a modern desk or writing table. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 34.5cm (13.5'')
Max Depth: 16.5cm (6.5'')
Max Height: 25.5cm (10'')
Extended Width: 34.5cm (13.5'')
Extended Depth: 61.5cm (24.25'')
Extended Height: 38.5cm (15.25'')
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- Dimensions
- 13.5ʺW × 6.5ʺD × 10ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Mahogany
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Presented in very good antique condition. Presented in very good antique condition. less
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