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Victorian Leather Bound Writing Box
Ballinderry Antiques
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Victorian Leather Bound Writing Box

19th century
Description

Victorian leather bound writing box

circa 1880

Dimensions approx15" wide x 10" deep x 7" high (case)

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
38.1cm (15.00")
Depth
25.4cm (10.00")
Declaration

Ballinderry Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Writing Box to the 1880s.

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SA1166123
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Description
Victorian leather bound writing box

circa 1880

Dimensions approx15" wide x 10" deep x 7" high (case)

Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
38.1cm (15.00")
Depth
25.4cm (10.00")
Date of Manufacture

Ballinderry Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Writing Box to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1166123
Ballinderry Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012
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Ballinderry Antiques
Telephone 028 9265 1046
Location
2 Lower Ballinderry Rd
Ballinderry Upper
Lisburn
BT28 2EP
Northern Ireland
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2012
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Ballinderry Antiques
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Location: 2 Lower Ballinderry Rd , Ballinderry Upper , Lisburn , BT28 2EP, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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A rectangular black leather-bound writing box featuring a brass handle inset on top and a circular brass keyhole on the front.
Victorian leather bound writing box
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A rectangular black leather-bound writing box featuring a brass handle inset on top and a circular brass keyhole on the front.
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A Victorian leather writing box, often referred to as a lap desk or despatch box, was a portable case designed during the nineteenth century to securely transport writing materials, correspondence, and documents while travelling.

These boxes typically feature a sturdy timber core bound in high-grade leather, secured with brass fittings including inset carrying handles, lock escutcheons, and interior compartments.

Authentic period pieces display period-appropriate brass hardware, original keyhole locking mechanisms, hand-stitched leather edging, and natural age-related wear or oxidisation to the metal mountings.

Position the box on an office desk, bookshelf, or console table as a functional accent, pairing dark leather with brass accessories and books to complement a study aesthetic.

Keep the leather hydrated using a specialist leather balm applied with a soft cloth, avoid placing the item in direct sunlight or damp environments, and clean brass fittings gently without abrasive cleaners.
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