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Large Victorian Brass Figured Walnut Writing Slope with Secret Drawers 4903
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Large Victorian Brass Figured Walnut Writing Slope with Secret Drawers 4903

19th century
Description

Large Victorian brass and figured walnut writing slope with vacant brass shaped engraving plate with matching escutcheon, working lock and key. Inside the writing boards retain the original gold tooled skiver, in very good condition but with the inevitable split in the centre fold but otherwise working well. The contents include a pen tray, pair of original inkwells, nib holder and lidded compartment.

Size: 19.3/4" (50cm) x 10.1/2" (26.6cm) x 8.1/4" (21cm) high

Circa 1875

Stock no: 4903

Dealers note: All our writing slopes are in excellent condition and very suitable as gifts that will become family heirlooms. UK shipping and packing is just £15. Worldwide shipping available, just ask for a price.

Physical Dimensions
Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
26.6cm (10.47")
Declaration

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

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SA1168982
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4903
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Description
Large Victorian brass and figured walnut writing slope with vacant brass shaped engraving plate with matching escutcheon, working lock and key.
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Inside the writing boards retain the original gold tooled skiver, in very good condition but with the inevitable split in the centre fold but otherwise working well.
John Hubbard Antiques

The contents include a pen tray, pair of original inkwells, nib holder and lidded compartment.

fig 1. A rectangular Victorian writing slope crafted from figured walnut with brass binding, a top brass cartouche, and a brass key escutcheon with a tassel.
fig 1. Large Victorian Brass Figured Walnut Writing Slope with Secret Drawers 4903

Size: 19.3/4" (50cm) x 10.1/2" (26.6cm) x 8.1/4" (21cm) high

Circa 1875

Stock no: 4903

Dealers note: All our writing slopes are in excellent condition and very suitable as gifts that will become family heirlooms. UK shipping and packing is just £15. Worldwide shipping available, just ask for a price.

Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
26.6cm (10.47")
Date of Manufacture

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1168982
Dealers Internal Ref
4903
John Hubbard Antiques
John Hubbard Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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Archive I A rectangular Victorian writing slope crafted from figured walnut with brass binding, a top brass cartouche, and a brass key escutcheon with a tassel.

Large Victorian Brass Figured Walnut Writing Slope with Secret Drawers 4903

Archive II A rectangular Victorian writing slope crafted from figured walnut with brass binding, a top brass cartouche, and a brass key escutcheon with a tassel. View II
Archive III A rectangular Victorian writing slope crafted from figured walnut with brass binding, a top brass cartouche, and a brass key escutcheon with a tassel. View III
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John Hubbard Antiques
Telephone 01562 701020
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Castle Ash
Birmingham Road
Blakedown
Worcestershire
DY10 3JE
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Sep 2014
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A rectangular Victorian writing slope crafted from figured walnut with brass binding, a top brass cartouche, and a brass key escutcheon with a tassel.
Large Victorian brass figured walnut writing slope with secret drawers 4903
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A rectangular Victorian writing slope crafted from figured walnut with brass binding, a top brass cartouche, and a brass key escutcheon with a tassel.
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A writing slope, also known as a lap desk, is a portable wooden box featuring an inclined writing surface when opened, popular during the 19th century for letter writing while travelling or away from a stationary desk.

These boxes were commonly constructed from hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, often featuring brass corner bindings, brass strapping, and leather or velvet writing surfaces alongside internal inkwell compartments.

Authentic 19th-century examples display hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass escutcheon plates, flush brass corners, and natural patination on both the timber veneer and metal fittings.

Place the box closed on a wooden sideboard, executive office desk, or bookshelf to serve as a decorative focal point and functional storage vessel for stationery or small items.

Keep the box away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent the timber veneer from splitting, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish periodically along the wood grain using a soft cloth.
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