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Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, Wh Harling, Edwardian
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Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, Wh Harling, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is an antique cased draughtsman's set. An English, technical drawing case of silver nickel and brass tools by W.H. Harling, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Nicely presented instruments for the master draughtsman

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Quality instruments comprise of silver nickel and brass

Offering a comprehensive selection of 21 pieces

Appealing mahogany case shows fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Dressed with a small inset brass lined lock — key absent

Lift-out tool tray presents the instruments against a violet coloured velvet lining

Sets of compass, roller beam fittings and pointers with other accessories

Maker's name to the interior for W.H. Harling of London

Instruments also engraved with the Harling name

Many pieces further engraved with the name of a former owner J.H. Rogers

Rogers' name also adorns the brass plaque to the case lid

This is an appealing antique cased draughtsman's set, with a useful selection of tools. The quality case with through joints and rich colour could grace any desk. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 28cm (11'')

Max Depth: 16cm (6.25'')

Max Height: 5cm (2'')

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Our Ref: 18.9736

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Drawing Instrument Set to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1042392
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9736
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Description
This is an antique cased draughtsman's set. An English, technical drawing case of silver nickel and brass tools by W.H. Harling, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

Nicely presented instruments for the master draughtsman

fig 1. An open mahogany wood box with a purple velvet lining containing an array of antique brass drafting compasses and ruling pens.
fig 1. Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, Wh Harling, Edwardian

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Quality instruments comprise of silver nickel and brass

Offering a comprehensive selection of 21 pieces

Appealing mahogany case shows fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

fig 2. An open mahogany wood box with a purple velvet lining containing an array of antique brass drafting compasses and ruling pens.
fig 2. Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, Wh Harling, Edwardian

Dressed with a small inset brass lined lock — key absent

Lift-out tool tray presents the instruments against a violet coloured velvet lining

Sets of compass, roller beam fittings and pointers with other accessories

fig 3. An open mahogany wood box with a purple velvet lining containing an array of antique brass drafting compasses and ruling pens.
fig 3. Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, Wh Harling, Edwardian

Maker's name to the interior for W.H. Harling of London

Instruments also engraved with the Harling name

Many pieces further engraved with the name of a former owner J.H. Rogers

Rogers' name also adorns the brass plaque to the case lid

fig 4. An open mahogany wood box with a purple velvet lining containing an array of antique brass drafting compasses and ruling pens.
fig 4. Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, Wh Harling, Edwardian

This is an appealing antique cased draughtsman's set, with a useful selection of tools. The quality case with through joints and rich colour could grace any desk. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 28cm (11'')

fig 5. An open mahogany wood box with a purple velvet lining containing an array of antique brass drafting compasses and ruling pens.
fig 5. Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, Wh Harling, Edwardian

Max Depth: 16cm (6.25'')

Max Height: 5cm (2'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
London Fine Antiques
fig 6. An open mahogany wood box with a purple velvet lining containing an array of antique brass drafting compasses and ruling pens.
fig 6. Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, Wh Harling, Edwardian

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: 18.9736

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Drawing Instrument Set to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1042392
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9736
London Fine Antiques
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An open mahogany wood box with a purple velvet lining containing an array of antique brass drafting compasses and ruling pens.
Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Drawing Tools, WH Harling, Edwardian
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FAQs

An antique draughtsmans set is a cased collection of technical instruments, including compasses, dividers, and ruling pens, historically utilised by architects, engineers, and cartographers for geometric drafting.

Instruments from the 19th and early 20th centuries were typically constructed from brass, nickel silver, or electrum, stored in fitted timber cases lined with velvet, silk, or wool baize.

Authentic Edwardian sets feature hand-fitted wooden boxes, maker stamps or trade labels on the interior lid lining, period brass hinges, and precision-fitted metal components.

An open drawing set displays well flat or angled on an office desk, bookshelf, or side table within a study, functioning as a historic decorative accent.

Store the set in a dry climate to prevent oxidisation, wipe metal components with a soft microfibre cloth, and avoid chemical polishes that may damage the original patination or textile lining.
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