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Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Slope
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
for sale €293     $318
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

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Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Slope

19th century
Description

Outstanding Victorian burr walnut writing slope with metal edges and engraved name plate to the top. This attractive box is covered in amazing burr walnut veneers with superb graining. Inside comprises of ebony lined compartments for ink and pens. There is also three small drawers and storage area underneath the writing slope. The original black tooled leather writing surface with gilt decoration is in superb condition. Like so many of the boxes of this era there are hidden compartment that will conceal private documents. This is a stunning, very functional box of fabulous quality that is not only useful but highly decorative that will add a little piece of history to any desk.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
50.5cm (19.88")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

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SA1076536
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI3416
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All measurements are done to the widest point .

Please feel free to contact me with any enquiry or for more pictures .

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Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.

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Description
Outstanding Victorian burr walnut writing slope with metal edges and engraved name plate to the top. This attractive box is covered in amazing burr walnut veneers with superb graining. Inside comprises of ebony lined compartments for ink and pens. There is also three small drawers and storage area underneath the writing slope. The original black tooled leather writing surface with gilt decoration is in superb condition.
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Like so many of the boxes of this era there are hidden compartment that will conceal private documents.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

This is a stunning, very functional box of fabulous quality that is not only useful but highly decorative that will add a little piece of history to any desk.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
50.5cm (19.88")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1076536
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3416
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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A closed rectangular Victorian burr walnut writing slope featuring metal border trim, a keyhole escutcheon, and an engraved metal presentation plaque on top.
Victorian Burr Walnut Writing Slope
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FAQs

To preserve burr walnut veneers, store the writing box away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent wood movement and cracking. Apply a clear beeswax polish periodically following the wood grain, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners on metal trims.

An antique writing slope can be placed closed on a sideboard, coffee table, or office desk as a decorative accent piece. Alternatively, displaying the slope in an open position showcases the interior compartments and lining alongside historical desk accessories.

Authentic nineteenth-century writing slopes feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, original keyhole escutcheons, and genuine internal wear along the folds and compartments. Examining the construction of the lock mechanism and secret drawer springs also helps verify authenticity.

Victorian writing slopes were constructed using dense hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, frequently finished with decorative burr wood veneers. Internal features included brass hinges, leather or velvet writing pads, and protective metal edgings.

A Victorian writing slope is a portable wooden box designed with a hinged lid that opens into an angled writing surface, containing internal compartments for inkwells, pens, and paper storage. Popular during the nineteenth century, these boxes enabled individuals to draft correspondence while away from a traditional desk.
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