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Victorian Coromandel Writing Slope

19th century
Sold 30 April 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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Description

A top quality mid Victorian coromandel writing slope with unusual secret drawer release c.1870. The figured coromandel veneered exterior with rounded edges and inlaid brass cartouche to the lid; complementing inset campaign style handles to the sides. The hinged top opening and folding over to form a writing slope with original red leather to the surface. Pen tray with brass topped traveling ink wells set either side; both sides of the surface with storage compartments below. Secret drawers concealed behind a panel to the large storage compartment with unusual release, complete with original hand written instructions and brass rod to push the concealed button. A video of this writing slope can be viewed via our YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/@sturmansantiques1428/videos. Presented in superb original condition with a deep polish along with working lock and key. Measures 16" wide x 10" deep x 5" high or 20" long x 16" wide when fully open.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
40.5cm (15.94")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Coromandel Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1126926
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 40917
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A top quality mid Victorian coromandel writing slope with unusual secret drawer release c.1870.
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The figured coromandel veneered exterior with rounded edges and inlaid brass cartouche to the lid; complementing inset campaign style handles to the sides.
Sturmans Antiques

The hinged top opening and folding over to form a writing slope with original red leather to the surface. Pen tray with brass topped traveling ink wells set either side; both sides of the surface with storage compartments below. Secret drawers concealed behind a panel to the large storage compartment with unusual release, complete with original hand written instructions and brass rod to push the concealed button. A video of this writing slope can be viewed via our YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/@sturmansantiques1428/videos. Presented in superb original condition with a deep polish along with working lock and key. Measures 16" wide x 10" deep x 5" high or 20" long x 16" wide when fully open.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £27.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
40.5cm (15.94")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Coromandel Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1126926
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 40917
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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An open Victorian coromandel writing slope featuring a burgundy leather writing surface and brass hardware.
Victorian Coromandel Writing Slope
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An open Victorian coromandel writing slope featuring a burgundy leather writing surface and brass hardware.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWriting Slopes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCoromandel, Brass, Leather, Wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass inlay, Fitted interior compartments, Leather writing surface
  • SizeH 12.5 cm (5 in) x W 40.5 cm (16 in) x D 40.5 cm (16 in)

FAQs

Writing slopes became popular during the nineteenth century as portable desks for travellers and middle-class households before the widespread availability of fitted home furniture. They allowed individuals to store stationery, inkwells, and correspondence securely in a compact wooden case.

Cabinet makers typically used dense tropical hardwoods such as coromandel, mahogany, or walnut, often featuring brass inlay, brass corner mounts, and fitted interiors lined with velvet or leather for the writing surface.

Authentic pieces usually exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional brass hardware, patinated wood surfaces, and subtle signs of age such as ink staining on the interior leather or velvet panels.

Placed closed on a console table or open on a home office desk, a writing slope adds textural contrast and historical character to contemporary living spaces while serving as a functional storage container.

Maintain the wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and dramatic humidity changes, applying microcrystalline wax sparingly to nourish the finish without damaging the grain or brass fittings.
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