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Victorian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope
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Victorian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope

19th century
Description

A good example of a large Victorian writing slope. It is made of solid mahogany with recessed brass military style handles, brass strapping and a brass cartouche and escutcheon. The cartouche is engraved "C.D.Radford. 1842".

Inside, the box is fitted with a lovely green leather writing surface with a gilt tooled edge. It comes with two glass inkwells and there is also a pen tray and a stamp slope. There is a long drawer on the side of the box which is held in place by a brass pin. There is extra storage space below each section of the writing surface for paper or envelopes.

The box is in very good condition for its age. There are some signs of age and use, some small knocks and marks but there are no major damages to the wood exterior. The interior is clean and tidy and the leather is in good order. The inkwells are missing their lids and there is no key but overall the box is a good example and it displays beautifully.

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
16cm (6.30")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

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

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SA1206504
Description
A good example of a large Victorian writing slope.
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It is made of solid mahogany with recessed brass military style handles, brass strapping and a brass cartouche and escutcheon.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

The cartouche is engraved "C.D.Radford. 1842".

fig 1. A rectangular mahogany wooden writing slope featuring protective brass corner brackets, brass straps, a central brass plaque, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope

Inside, the box is fitted with a lovely green leather writing surface with a gilt tooled edge. It comes with two glass inkwells and there is also a pen tray and a stamp slope. There is a long drawer on the side of the box which is held in place by a brass pin. There is extra storage space below each section of the writing surface for paper or envelopes.

fig 2. A rectangular mahogany wooden writing slope featuring protective brass corner brackets, brass straps, a central brass plaque, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 2. Victorian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope

The box is in very good condition for its age. There are some signs of age and use, some small knocks and marks but there are no major damages to the wood exterior. The interior is clean and tidy and the leather is in good order. The inkwells are missing their lids and there is no key but overall the box is a good example and it displays beautifully.

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
16cm (6.30")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

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

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SA1206504
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2016

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

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A rectangular mahogany wooden writing slope featuring protective brass corner brackets, brass straps, a central brass plaque, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
Victorian Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope
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A campaign writing slope is a portable wooden desk designed for military officers and travellers during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, featuring folding compartments and flush brass fittings for protection during transit.

Victorian writing slopes were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, reinforced with brass corner mounts, brass strapping, and fitted with interior velvet or leather writing surfaces.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-cut dovetail joints, flush-mounted brass hardware to prevent snagging during travel, original lock mechanisms, and naturally aged patination on both wood and metal components.

A writing slope can be placed closed as a decorative accent on a desk, sideboard, or bookshelf, or displayed open on a console table to showcase its interior lining and compartments.

Regularly wipe the exterior with a dry, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the timber; avoid placing the item near direct heat sources or in direct sunlight to prevent drying or cracking.
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