A fine and large figured walnut writing slope with rounded brass edges and double line brass string inlay to the top and front. A vacant engraving plate with brass string surround and matching escutcheon. Bramah lock with original working key.
Inside, beautiful top quality black lamb skiver with blind and gilt tooling, the top writing board with working lock and key.
Original brass crown inkwells with screw tops, and a panel triggered by a sprung mechanism that conceals the secret drawers.
Size: 15.3/4'' x 9.3/4'' x 7'' (40.1cm x 24.8cm x 17.6cm)
Circa 1875
Stock no: 4910
Dealers note: This is a fabulous box in very complete and original condition. Would make an ideal special gift that will become a timeless heirloom for the lucky recipient or collector. Postage and packing to a UK address just £15.
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Internal Reference: 4910
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1172805
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 17.6cm (6.9inches)Width is 40.1cm (15.8inches)Depth is 24.8cm (9.8inches)
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