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Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian
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Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

19th century
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This is an antique campaign writing slope. An English, mahogany and brass correspondence box with leather skiver and book rest, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840. A refined, dual aspect writing companion of excellent quality and enduring charm.

Superb example, with metamorphic qualities for the travelling writer and reader

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good antique order throughout

Select stocks present fine grain interest with warm caramel hues

Lid adorned with unmarked brass shield and inlaid brass straps, lending a distinguished aesthetic

Brass lock escutcheon to the fascia — untested, key absent

Opens to reveal a forest green leather skiver, attractively gilt tooled and embossed

Skiver formed in two parts, each lifting to reveal generous document compartments beneath

Nesting within the lower compartment, a removable rest for mounting on the case lid

In this form, the lid is angled upon a brass ratchet to the interior, ideal for sheet music or reading

Dual compartment lids secured by a pair of sliding clasps for peace of mind

Reverse of the lower skiver dressed with delicate green woven cotton netting

The rear compartment secured by an additional lock — key absent

Pen tray and nib compartment with removable covers sit neatly at the rear of the case

Lifting the division between the two trays springs forth a hidden storage tray

Side drawer set within the delightful casework, held securely by an internal pin lock

Recessed brass carry handles in a pleasingly distinctive, shaped form

Maker's label within the interior for I Turrill of New Bond Street, London

Dressed to the base with a protective suede leather cushion

This is a charming and well-equipped Early Victorian writing slope, perfect for presenting, music recital, or correspondence in a period-inspired study or en voyage. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 45.5cm (18'')

Max Depth: 26cm (10.25'')

Max Height: 16.5cm (6.5'')

Extended Width: 45.5cm (18'')

Extended Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')

Extended Height: 13cm (5'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Campaign Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1209983
Dealers Internal Reference
25810
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Description
This is an antique campaign writing slope.
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An English, mahogany and brass correspondence box with leather skiver and book rest, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.
London Fine Antiques

A refined, dual aspect writing companion of excellent quality and enduring charm.

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany campaign writing slope featuring brass strapping, corner mounts, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 1. Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

Superb example, with metamorphic qualities for the travelling writer and reader

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good antique order throughout

Select stocks present fine grain interest with warm caramel hues

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany campaign writing slope featuring brass strapping, corner mounts, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 2. Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

Lid adorned with unmarked brass shield and inlaid brass straps, lending a distinguished aesthetic

Brass lock escutcheon to the fascia — untested, key absent

Opens to reveal a forest green leather skiver, attractively gilt tooled and embossed

fig 3. A Victorian mahogany campaign writing slope featuring brass strapping, corner mounts, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 3. Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

Skiver formed in two parts, each lifting to reveal generous document compartments beneath

Nesting within the lower compartment, a removable rest for mounting on the case lid

In this form, the lid is angled upon a brass ratchet to the interior, ideal for sheet music or reading

fig 4. A Victorian mahogany campaign writing slope featuring brass strapping, corner mounts, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 4. Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

Dual compartment lids secured by a pair of sliding clasps for peace of mind

Reverse of the lower skiver dressed with delicate green woven cotton netting

The rear compartment secured by an additional lock — key absent

fig 5. A Victorian mahogany campaign writing slope featuring brass strapping, corner mounts, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 5. Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

Pen tray and nib compartment with removable covers sit neatly at the rear of the case

Lifting the division between the two trays springs forth a hidden storage tray

Side drawer set within the delightful casework, held securely by an internal pin lock

fig 6. A Victorian mahogany campaign writing slope featuring brass strapping, corner mounts, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 6. Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

Recessed brass carry handles in a pleasingly distinctive, shaped form

Maker's label within the interior for I Turrill of New Bond Street, London

Dressed to the base with a protective suede leather cushion

fig 7. A Victorian mahogany campaign writing slope featuring brass strapping, corner mounts, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
fig 7. Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian

This is a charming and well-equipped Early Victorian writing slope, perfect for presenting, music recital, or correspondence in a period-inspired study or en voyage. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 45.5cm (18'')

Max Depth: 26cm (10.25'')

Max Height: 16.5cm (6.5'')

Extended Width: 45.5cm (18'')

Extended Depth: 52.5cm (20.75'')

Extended Height: 13cm (5'')

Height
16.5cm (6.50")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Campaign Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1209983
Dealers Internal Ref
25810
London Fine Antiques
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A Victorian mahogany campaign writing slope featuring brass strapping, corner mounts, and a brass keyhole escutcheon.
Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English Correspondence Box, Book Rest, Victorian
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A campaign writing slope is a portable wooden desktop box that unfolds to provide an angled writing surface alongside compartments for pens, inkwells, and correspondence. Originating in the late eighteenth century, these boxes were constructed for military officers and travellers requiring functional writing equipment on transport.

Victorian writing slopes were predominantly built from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, often featuring flame or burr veneers. Construction incorporated flush brass corner brackets, brass strapping, and steel lock mechanisms designed to protect the box during transit.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-cut dovetail joints, flush brass fittings screwed directly into the timber, and original brass escutcheons. Internal writing surfaces traditionally retain remnants of leather or baize, and period locks often bear maker marks from established nineteenth-century locksmiths.

An antique writing box functions effectively as a decorative accent placed on an office desk, sideboard, or coffee table. When kept closed, it provides a geometric wood and brass focal point; when opened, it can display stationery or remain set up as a book rest.

To preserve the timber, apply a high-grade beeswax polish along the direction of the wood grain and keep the item away from direct sunlight and strong heat sources. Brass fittings should be dusted with a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding abrasive metal cleaners that can damage surrounding wood finishes.
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