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Georgian Combination Writing, Reading &Travel Box
Dating to the early part of the 19th century, this is a rare form of combination large travelling box, brass bound, with writing slope, fitted drawers and lectern (book rest) top. The box is designed for any well to do traveller to have everything needed on a journey, perhaps part of their grand tour luggage. It would certainly have not been available to anyone but the wealthy.
It is a superb example of an early 19th Century (Georgian) personal box made of solid mahogany with brass handles, brass edges, brass escutcheon and hinges as well as a recessed brass strut to support the book rest.
Inside, the writing element of the box is fitted with a green leather writing surface with a tooled edge. It comes with glass inkwells (plated screw tops), a pen tray and two open compartments possibly designed to secure small candle holders. As with a standard writing slope both halves of the writing platten open up to reveal the cavity below as well as cross ribbons for securing letters. Unlike a standard box, it also comes with an original book rest which slots into the outside and the top can then be held up at an adjustable angle by the brass strut inside.
Below the writing part of the box are two draws (one either end) secured by brass pegs through the inside frame, each drawer is designed to serve a purpose other than the reading and writing. One end has a velvet lined vanity section including a strut mirror and numerous original stoppered bottles and glass and bone jars. The other end has a lid over one open and one closed compartment.
This is a rare box, when we acquired it it was structurally sound but had been treated with modern lacquer, this has all been removed and the box returned to its original French polished condition, it has sympathetic restoration which has maintained the originality of a great box. Having now been properly cleaned and polished we are pleased to confirm the item is in excellent condition and displays beautifully. It comes with a working key for the main box.
Approximate Measurements (closed):
Width : 19” (50cm)
Height : 7" (18cm)
Depth : 10 1/2" (27cm)
Buchanan and Laing Galleries are a private client business. Appointments can be made by arrangement via email.
The Company is a distance selling business and as such abides by all current HM Government consumer regulations that apply to pre-owned, second hand, antique items sold online.
We welcome purchases from all over the world, however, we do not take any responsibility or pay for import charges and taxes that non UK purchasers may accrue.
SellerBuchanan And Laing (Prima Finds)
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4 The Administration Building
Midhurst
West Sussex
England, UK
GU29 9PX
Tel : 07376 136106
Non UK callers : +44 7376 136106
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It is a superb example of an early 19th Century (Georgian) personal box made of solid mahogany with brass handles, brass edges, brass escutcheon and hinges as well as a recessed brass strut to support the book rest.
Inside, the writing element of the box is fitted with a green leather writing surface with a tooled edge. It comes with glass inkwells (plated screw tops), a pen tray and two open compartments possibly designed to secure small candle holders. As with a standard writing slope both halves of the writing platten open up to reveal the cavity below as well as cross ribbons for securing letters. Unlike a standard box, it also comes with an original book rest which slots into the outside and the top can then be held up at an adjustable angle by the brass strut inside.
Below the writing part of the box are two draws (one either end) secured by brass pegs through the inside frame, each drawer is designed to serve a purpose other than the reading and writing. One end has a velvet lined vanity section including a strut mirror and numerous original stoppered bottles and glass and bone jars. The other end has a lid over one open and one closed compartment.
This is a rare box, when we acquired it it was structurally sound but had been treated with modern lacquer, this has all been removed and the box returned to its original French polished condition, it has sympathetic restoration which has maintained the originality of a great box. Having now been properly cleaned and polished we are pleased to confirm the item is in excellent condition and displays beautifully. It comes with a working key for the main box.
Approximate Measurements (closed):
Width : 19” (50cm)
Height : 7" (18cm)
Depth : 10 1/2" (27cm)
Buchanan and Laing Galleries are a private client business. Appointments can be made by arrangement via email.
The Company is a distance selling business and as such abides by all current HM Government consumer regulations that apply to pre-owned, second hand, antique items sold online.
We welcome purchases from all over the world, however, we do not take any responsibility or pay for import charges and taxes that non UK purchasers may accrue.
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DimensionsApproximate Measurements (closed):
Width : 19” (50cm)
Height : 7" (18cm)
Depth : 10 1/2" (27cm)
Date 1820s
Early 19th Century Antiques Material Mahogany
Origin English
Condition Excellent
Item code as1167a256 / AB11
Status For Sale
£895.00 
$1133.79
€1043.03
$1133.79
€1043.03
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OUTSIDE UK MAINLAND AND ALL INTERNATIONAL SALES
Shipping is always at cost, and will always be inclusive of insurance (N.B. - we do not ship any item without signature upon receipt and transit insurance).
We will advise prior to completion of sale a quotation for your item, or group of items, to be shipped via an accredited "door to door" courier.
Unless otherwise stated, all courier charges will be the responsibility of the purchaser, including in the event of a return.
OUTSIDE UK MAINLAND AND ALL INTERNATIONAL SALES
Shipping is always at cost, and will always be inclusive of insurance (N.B. - we do not ship any item without signature upon receipt and transit insurance).
We will advise prior to completion of sale a quotation for your item, or group of items, to be shipped via an accredited "door to door" courier.
Unless otherwise stated, all courier charges will be the responsibility of the purchaser, including in the event of a return.
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Buchanan And Laing (Prima Finds)
4 The Administration BuildingMidhurst
West Sussex
England, UK
GU29 9PX
Tel : 07376 136106
Non UK callers : +44 7376 136106
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