Antique Writing Slope, English, Walnut, Correspondence Box, Regency, Circa 1825

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This is an antique writing slope. An English, walnut and brass correspondence box, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

… Read more This is an antique writing slope. An English, walnut and brass correspondence box, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

A charming slope, with fascinating concealed drawers and appealing finish
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Crafted from select walnut, offering fine grain interest and warm caramel hues
Casework skilfully accentuated with brass to the corners and as robust strapping

Personalised brass plaque to the lid, with the engraved cursive monogram W. I. G.
Opens to reveal a beautifully appointed interior, ideal for writing and correspondence
Lightly aged skiver with a tooled and embossed deep blue leather, arranged in two folding sections
Document storage compartments situated beneath each lift-up writing surface

A delightful trio of hidden drawers reside behind the removable fascia panel
Rear edge hosts a pen tray, a lidded compartment and two inkwell-sized sections
Fascia dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present
Dressed to the base with a baize cushion for ideal surface protection

This is a fine antique Regency period writing slope, combining elegant craftsmanship with hidden practicality. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 50cm (19.75'')
Max Depth: 25cm (9.75'')
Max Height: 17.5cm (7'')

Opened Depth: 50.5cm (20'')
Opened Height: 12.5cm (5'')

Skiver Width: 40.5cm (16'')
Skiver Depth: 35.5cm (14'') See less