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Victorian Rosewood Writing Slope with Secret Drawer
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Victorian Rosewood Writing Slope with Secret Drawer

19th century
Sold 19 November 2025 · In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Description

A good example of a Victorian writing slope dating from the mid to late 19th Century. It is made of rosewood and it has beautiful mother of pearl inlaid decoration on the top with strung borders and a round escutcheon. It also comes with a working key. It is stamped on the inside "Asprey, 166 Bond St".

The box has a good quality green leather writing surface with a gilt tooled border. It comes with a pair of brass topped glass inkwells and its original pen tray. Both top and bottom sections of the writing surface lift up to reveal extra storage space below. There is also a secret hidden drawer which springs out below the pen tray when the piece of wood beside it is lifted.

The box is in very good condition for its age with a beautiful patina. There are some general signs of age and use, some minor knocks and marks and some old shrinkage splits but nothing untoward or detrimental and the interior is clean and tidy.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £15

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Rosewood Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

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SA1179389
Description
A good example of a Victorian writing slope dating from the mid to late 19th Century.
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It is made of rosewood and it has beautiful mother of pearl inlaid decoration on the top with strung borders and a round escutcheon.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

It also comes with a working key. It is stamped on the inside "Asprey, 166 Bond St".

fig 1. A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 1. Victorian Rosewood Writing Slope with Secret Drawer

The box has a good quality green leather writing surface with a gilt tooled border. It comes with a pair of brass topped glass inkwells and its original pen tray. Both top and bottom sections of the writing surface lift up to reveal extra storage space below. There is also a secret hidden drawer which springs out below the pen tray when the piece of wood beside it is lifted.

fig 2. A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 2. Victorian Rosewood Writing Slope with Secret Drawer

The box is in very good condition for its age with a beautiful patina. There are some general signs of age and use, some minor knocks and marks and some old shrinkage splits but nothing untoward or detrimental and the interior is clean and tidy.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £15

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Rosewood Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1179389
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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Archive I A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Rosewood Writing Slope with Secret Drawer

Archive II A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View II
Archive III A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View III
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Archive V A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View V
Archive VI A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View IX
Archive X A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View X
Archive XI A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XI
Archive XII A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XII
Archive XIII A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIII
Archive XIV A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIV
Archive XV A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XV
Archive XVI A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVI
Archive XVII A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVII
Archive XVIII A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVIII
Archive XIX A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIX
Archive XX A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XX
Archive XXI A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XXI
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A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
Victorian Rosewood Writing Slope with Secret Drawer
Ref: SA1179389
A rectangular dark wood Victorian writing slope features mother-of-pearl floral inlay on the lid and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRosewood, Mother-of-pearl, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMother-of-pearl inlay, Brass stringing, Keyhole escutcheon
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

FAQs

A writing slope is a portable box featuring a slanted surface designed for writing, widely used during the 19th century before widespread stationery availability.

These boxes were predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods like rosewood, mahogany, or walnut, frequently adorned with brass stringing and mother-of-pearl inlay.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass hardware, traditional key escutcheons, and signs of genuine age such as minor timber shrinkage and patination.

Placed atop a console table, sideboard, or office desk, these wooden boxes serve as sophisticated storage for modern correspondence and desk accessories.

Preserve the timber and inlay by keeping the box away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying occasional microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood surface.
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