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Victorian SemiDomed Walnut Writing Slope
Opening to reveal an ebonised interior, the writing slope in beautifully figured walnut, with amboyna and mother of pearl lozenge escutcheon and shield. The lid opens to two new inkbottles, a removable pen tray, and a ruby morocco leather-writing surface, tooled in gilt and blind, with a gilt border and fleur-de-lis motifs. Both sides of the leather surface open to compartments for storing stationery.
This box is beautifully crafted, is perhaps more feminine than most, with the half domed top and exotic inlay and it also has the advantage of an original working lock and key.
Perfect for penning letters to loved ones writing slopes such as these were an essential part of English nineteenth-century life. Constantly in use, and small enough to be portable (especially in this case), they were the principal instruments of communication before the advent of telephones and computers.
An elegant, fine, and particularly distinctive example, perfect for those who still appreciate the hand-written word.
SellerDoe And Hope
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Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
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This box is beautifully crafted, is perhaps more feminine than most, with the half domed top and exotic inlay and it also has the advantage of an original working lock and key.
Perfect for penning letters to loved ones writing slopes such as these were an essential part of English nineteenth-century life. Constantly in use, and small enough to be portable (especially in this case), they were the principal instruments of communication before the advent of telephones and computers.
An elegant, fine, and particularly distinctive example, perfect for those who still appreciate the hand-written word.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 30/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
DimensionsHeight 5.5 inches
Depth 9 inches
Width 12 inches
Category Antique Boxes
Date c.1870
Mid Victorian Antiques Material Walnut
Origin British
Condition Excellent.
Item code as155a186
Status Sold
£260.00
$325.29
€313.38
$
€
Conversion rates as of 30/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
View all stock from
Doe And Hope
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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