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French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C
The Real Wood Furniture Company
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The Real Wood Furniture Company

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French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C

19th century
Description

An exceptionally fine quality example of an early 19th century burr wood campaign writing slope, in beautifully grained burl, with polished brass inlaid, of French origin. Opening to reveal a fitted interior, complete with a pair of original glass brass capped ink bottles.

Primarily veneered in fine burr wood of wonderful colour and figure, enhanced by cross bandings and inlays incorporating finely cut engraved brass. The top section with a cartouche inlay surrounded by foliage and elegant scrolls lifts up to reveal a lidded compartment and two glass inkwells. The sloped front then folds down to reveal an original light blue velvet writing slope with tooled edging. The top part of the writing slope lifts up to give extra storage space below. Key is working and usual cosmetic wear to the velvet slope.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
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The Real Wood Furniture Company has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Slope to the 1800s.

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SA1202675
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Large showrooms outside Chipping Norton. Please call for an appointment.

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Description
An exceptionally fine quality example of an early 19th century burr wood campaign writing slope, in beautifully grained burl, with polished brass inlaid, of French origin.
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Opening to reveal a fitted interior, complete with a pair of original glass brass capped ink bottles.
The Real Wood Furniture Company
fig 1. A 19th-century French burr walnut campaign writing slope with brass inlay, geometric borders, and a central brass cartouche.
fig 1. French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C

Primarily veneered in fine burr wood of wonderful colour and figure, enhanced by cross bandings and inlays incorporating finely cut engraved brass. The top section with a cartouche inlay surrounded by foliage and elegant scrolls lifts up to reveal a lidded compartment and two glass inkwells. The sloped front then folds down to reveal an original light blue velvet writing slope with tooled edging. The top part of the writing slope lifts up to give extra storage space below. Key is working and usual cosmetic wear to the velvet slope.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

The Real Wood Furniture Company has dated this Burr Walnut Writing Slope to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1202675
The Real Wood Furniture Company
The Real Wood Furniture Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2025

The real wood furniture company (chris baylis) sells windsor chairs, decorative furniture and objects from large showrooms in the cotswolds

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Real Wood Furniture Company Profile Page

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Telephone 07971 629703 or 01608 642741
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Chapel House Grounds
Chipping Norton
Oxfordshire
OX7 5SZ
United Kingdom
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A 19th-century French burr walnut campaign writing slope with brass inlay, geometric borders, and a central brass cartouche.
French Walnut Burr Campaign Writing Slope Brass Inlay 19th C
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A writing slope, also known as a lap desk, is a portable wooden box featuring an angled upper lid designed to facilitate writing whilst travelling. Popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, these boxes contained internal compartments for inkwells, pens, paper, and personal correspondence.

Writing slopes were constructed from durable hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, often decorated with burr veneers, brass edge bindings, and mother-of-pearl or brass inlay for both aesthetic appeal and structural reinforcement during transport.

Authentic 19th-century pieces feature flush-fitting brass corners and straps, hand-cut dovetail joinery, original brass hinges, lock mechanisms, and light natural wear or patination on the internal writing flap and timber surfaces.

Position the writing slope flat on an office desk, library table, console, or sideboard to serve as an accent piece or stylish storage solution for modern stationery.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the burr veneer from lifting or cracking, and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically to retain the wood lustre and protect the brass inlay.
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