19th century lovely large walnut brass trimmed writing slope with fitted interior and the original key.
Price
SOLDItem Ref
5998
Description
Large 19th century figured walnut writing slope with brass edge trim to all sides, as well as a brass vacant cartouche and brass escutcheon. There is also additional brass line inlay to top and front sections.The mahogany lined interior opens to reveal a gilt embellished black leather writing surface, with fitted compartments, one with ivory pull, a removable pen rest, and two patinated bronze topped glass inkwells. Both halves of the writing surface lift up for storage underneath.
The quality 3 point original lock is fitted with the original key.
Size-approximately 18 inches long by 10.25 inches wide by 7.25 inches high. Open-20.5 inches long by 5.25 inches high at highest point.
Weight-4.8 kilos.
This was once an essential travel item for the 19th century person, and can now still be used as a writing box at home, or as a lovely and decorative desk or table topped accessory.
A great gift for the box collector of for use in period interior design.
In very good original condition.
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Internal Ref: 5998
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.
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