London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Regency era.
Crafted from select coromandel stocks, displaying rich grain interest with flashes of warm amber
Fascia appointed with a brass shield escutcheon and inset lock to front — key present
Lid opens to reveal dual writing skivers, in a later dark blue embossed leather
Front skiver with brass clasp, opening to a generous storage compartment
Rear skiver lifts to reveal a striking satinwood interior, presenting rich saffron hues
Replete with document slides, a pen tray and a pair of glass ink wells
Brass recessed carry handle to the lid, set within a shaped backplate for portability
Presented in good antique order, with light, sympathetic wear consistent with age
This fine Regency writing slope is a superbly crafted example, perfect for collectors, refined correspondence, or enhancing a period study or library. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Closed Width: 38cm (15'')
Closed Depth: 27cm (10.75'')
Closed Height: 14cm (5.5'')
Open Width: 38cm (15'')
Open Depth: 58.5cm (23'')
Open Height: 30cm (11.75'')
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Regency era.
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Antique Bachelor's Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Box, Regency, C.1830
