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Antique 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Huanghuali Writing Box
Colton Antiques
for sale €2,808     $3,048
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Huanghuali Writing Box

19th century
For Sale by Colton Antiques
Description

A fine mid-19th century Anglo-Chinese writing box crafted from beautifully figured Huanghuali (Chinese rosewood), intricately inlaid with brass throughout.

This highly collectible campaign-era piece offers a sophisticated statement for an executive desk, library, or private collection.

The interior is lined with cushioned blue velvet, and the opening mechanism reveals a writing pad with blotting paper. Beneath the inkwell tray sits a concealed writing book, and the tray itself is finished with a leather base. The box retains its original premium Bramah lock mechanism.

It presents beautifully as an excellent showroom piece, retaining its historic character and fine craftsmanship

Dimensions:

* Width: 43cm

* Depth: 30.5cm

* Height: 16.5cm

Declaration

Colton Antiques has dated this Chinese Rosewood Writing Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1197742
Dealers Internal Reference
072
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A fine mid-19th century Anglo-Chinese writing box crafted from beautifully figured Huanghuali (Chinese rosewood), intricately inlaid with brass throughout.
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This highly collectible campaign-era piece offers a sophisticated statement for an executive desk, library, or private collection.
Colton Antiques
fig 1. A rectangular brown rosewood writing box featuring geometric brass inlay, corner brackets, flush side handles, and a central circular lock plate.
fig 1. Antique 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Huanghuali Writing Box

The interior is lined with cushioned blue velvet, and the opening mechanism reveals a writing pad with blotting paper. Beneath the inkwell tray sits a concealed writing book, and the tray itself is finished with a leather base. The box retains its original premium Bramah lock mechanism.

It presents beautifully as an excellent showroom piece, retaining its historic character and fine craftsmanship

Dimensions:

Width: 43cm

Depth: 30.5cm

Height: 16.5cm

Date of Manufacture

Colton Antiques has dated this Chinese Rosewood Writing Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1197742
Dealers Internal Ref
072
Colton Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2024
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Archive I A rectangular brown rosewood writing box featuring geometric brass inlay, corner brackets, flush side handles, and a central circular lock plate.

Antique 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Huanghuali Writing Box

Archive II A rectangular brown rosewood writing box featuring geometric brass inlay, corner brackets, flush side handles, and a central circular lock plate. View II
Archive III A rectangular brown rosewood writing box featuring geometric brass inlay, corner brackets, flush side handles, and a central circular lock plate. View III
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A rectangular brown rosewood writing box featuring geometric brass inlay, corner brackets, flush side handles, and a central circular lock plate.
Antique 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Huanghuali Writing Box
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A rectangular brown rosewood writing box featuring geometric brass inlay, corner brackets, flush side handles, and a central circular lock plate.
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During the Qing dynasty, portable writing boxes were essential items for scholars, merchants, and officials to carry calligraphy tools, paper, and correspondence materials. These boxes combined portability with refined craftwork, often reflecting the status of the owner.

These boxes were constructed using dense hardwoods such as huanghuali, zitan, or rosewood due to their durability and distinct grain patterns. Decorative elements frequently incorporated flush-fitting brass straps, corner brackets, and intricate metal inlay work.

Authentic pieces feature traditional joinery techniques like dovetails or mortise-and-tenon construction without modern screws or adhesives. The wood typically exhibits natural grain movement, historical patination around hand-cut brass fittings, and smooth wear consistent with age.

A writing box can be positioned on an office desk, console table, or sideboard as a functional decorative accent. Its rich wood grain and brass details complement both classic library settings and modern minimalist spaces.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking or drying out. Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply natural beeswax polish sparingly along the grain to preserve the timber and brass.
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