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Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian
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Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian

1900 - 1920
Description

This is an antique metamorphic stationery case. An English, oak and brass writing box, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. A fascinating piece of Edwardian ingenuity, blending fine cabinet work with mechanical charm.

Edwardian metamorphic writing case, dating to circa 1910

Select oak stocks display fine grain interest with rich caramel hues

Fascia decorated with brass fretwork corner caps, enhancing the warm tone of the oak

Brass shield and plaques left unmarked, offering scope for personal engraving

Ingenious metamorphic action - lower drawer activates the rotating document slide above

Drawer fitted with a covered pen tray and a quality glass ink well

Registered design number stamped along the leading edge, denoting authenticity

Drawer fascia dressed with an inset lock — key absent

This antique oak and brass metamorphic stationery box presents a superb fusion of craftsmanship and mechanical ingenuity, ideal for collectors of Edwardian writing accessories or unusual desk furniture. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 31.5cm (12.5'')

Max Depth: 20cm (7.75'')

Max Height: 21cm (8.25'')

Extended Depth: 33cm (13'')

Extended Height: 23.5cm (9.25'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
31.5cm (12.40")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1166909
Dealers Internal Reference
25637
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Description
This is an antique metamorphic stationery case. An English, oak and brass writing box, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. A fascinating piece of Edwardian ingenuity, blending fine cabinet work with mechanical charm.
fig 1. Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian
fig 1. Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian

Edwardian metamorphic writing case, dating to circa 1910

Select oak stocks display fine grain interest with rich caramel hues

Fascia decorated with brass fretwork corner caps, enhancing the warm tone of the oak

fig 2. Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian
fig 2. Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian

Brass shield and plaques left unmarked, offering scope for personal engraving

Ingenious metamorphic action - lower drawer activates the rotating document slide above

Drawer fitted with a covered pen tray and a quality glass ink well

fig 3. Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian
fig 3. Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian

Registered design number stamped along the leading edge, denoting authenticity

Drawer fascia dressed with an inset lock — key absent

This antique oak and brass metamorphic stationery box presents a superb fusion of craftsmanship and mechanical ingenuity, ideal for collectors of Edwardian writing accessories or unusual desk furniture. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 31.5cm (12.5'')

Max Depth: 20cm (7.75'')

Max Height: 21cm (8.25'')

Extended Depth: 33cm (13'')

Extended Height: 23.5cm (9.25'')

Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
31.5cm (12.40")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1166909
Dealers Internal Ref
25637
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique Metamorphic Stationery Case, English Oak Rotating Writing Box, Edwardian
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