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Georgian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope Box
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Georgian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope Box

18th century
Sold 17 June 2025 · Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
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Here we have a Georgian mahogany & brass campaign writing slope box. A beautiful dark mahogany colour contrasting great with the brass fittings. The box opens out to form a writing slope which is set with black leather and it has spaces for inkwells at the top. The leather writing slope is split into two sections a top and the bottom they both open to reveal storage space for small items or documents.

Hidden in the top storage space under the inkwells is two secret drawers, which can be revealed by pressing the left inside side wall gently in. Furthermore this campaign box also features a drawer, which has fine dovetails, running from end to end at the bottom. The drawer has a traditional campaign brass handle and can only slide out once a brass pin has been pulled out from the top.

This box was believed to originally have a space for detachable reading stand on the top, there are two brass holes, which were found filled in, which would have provided space for a reading stand to slot in, this is proven by the small brass stand inside the writing slope creating an angle for the top to sit at, convenient for reading.

Includes the keys to open. Free Uk Delivery.

Dimensions:

Height - 16.8 cm / 6.61 inches

Width - 40.5 cm / 15.94 inches

Depth - 23 cm / 9.05 inches

Depth (Writing Slope Open) - 45.8 cm / 18.03 inches

Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16.8cm (6.61")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1148300
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Free UK mainland delivery (excluding Scottish islands and other UK islands).

International delivery available — please contact us or request a quote.

Description
Here we have a Georgian mahogany & brass campaign writing slope box. A beautiful dark mahogany colour contrasting great with the brass fittings.
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The box opens out to form a writing slope which is set with black leather and it has spaces for inkwells at the top.
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables

The leather writing slope is split into two sections a top and the bottom they both open to reveal storage space for small items or documents.

fig 1. A rectangular mahogany campaign writing slope box featuring polished brass corner reinforcements, side carrying handles, and a central brass escutcheon.
fig 1. Georgian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope Box

Hidden in the top storage space under the inkwells is two secret drawers, which can be revealed by pressing the left inside side wall gently in. Furthermore this campaign box also features a drawer, which has fine dovetails, running from end to end at the bottom. The drawer has a traditional campaign brass handle and can only slide out once a brass pin has been pulled out from the top.

fig 2. A rectangular mahogany campaign writing slope box featuring polished brass corner reinforcements, side carrying handles, and a central brass escutcheon.
fig 2. Georgian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope Box

This box was believed to originally have a space for detachable reading stand on the top, there are two brass holes, which were found filled in, which would have provided space for a reading stand to slot in, this is proven by the small brass stand inside the writing slope creating an angle for the top to sit at, convenient for reading.

Includes the keys to open. Free Uk Delivery.

Dimensions:

Height - 16.8 cm / 6.61 inches

Width - 40.5 cm / 15.94 inches

Depth - 23 cm / 9.05 inches

Depth (Writing Slope Open) - 45.8 cm / 18.03 inches

Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope to the Georgian era.

Height
16.8cm (6.61")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1148300
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A rectangular mahogany campaign writing slope box featuring polished brass corner reinforcements, side carrying handles, and a central brass escutcheon.
Georgian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope Box
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A rectangular mahogany campaign writing slope box featuring polished brass corner reinforcements, side carrying handles, and a central brass escutcheon.
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  • ObjectWriting Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass corner brackets, Flush brass side handles, Central brass escutcheon, Mitred joints
  • SizeH 16.8 cm (7 in) x W 40.5 cm (16 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

A campaign writing slope is a portable desk designed for officers and travellers during the 18th and 19th centuries, featuring a fold-out writing surface and internal compartments for stationery.

These pieces were typically crafted from dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, reinforced with brass corners, straps, and flush-fitting handles to withstand the rigours of military travel.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-cut screws, natural patina on the wood and brass, and often retain secret compartments or maker stamps within the interior.

Place the closed box on a console table, side table, or desk as a decorative focal point that adds historical texture and practical surface storage to the room.

Maintain the wood with microcrystalline wax and gently clean the brass hardware with a dry or slightly damp cloth, avoiding harsh chemical polishes that can strip the natural ageing.
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