London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Striking Victorian craftsmanship with delightful marquetry
Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order
Select flame stocks present superb grain interest
Attractive warm russet hues accentuate throughout
Exceptional boxwood inlay to lid and fascia with saffron yellow hues
Dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present
Fall front opens and extends to reveal the writing skiver
In tasteful bottle green, the skiver is tooled and embossed
Set within the lid reverse, a matching leather cushioned pad with pen slides
Five document compartments with an offset square tray - ideal for a small ink well
Two delightfully petite drawers dressed with circular brass pulls
Pair of brass drop handles to either side aids ease of carriage, perfect for travelling
This is a superb antique travelling author's writing box, with a suite of charming features. Quality marquetry inlay adds to the Victorian appeal. Delivered ready to grace the desktop.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 31cm (12.25'')
Max Depth: 17cm (6.75'')
Max Height: 20cm (7.75'')
Extended Depth: 49cm (19.25'')
Skiver Width: 23.5cm (9.25'')
Skiver Depth: 28.5cm (11.25'')
We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.
We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.
Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.
Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.
Our Ref: 18.9611
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the London Fine Antiques Profile Page
Antique Travelling Author's Writing Box, English, Correspondence Case, Victorian
