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19th Century Antique Camphor Wood Writing Slope
Martlesham Antiques
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19th Century Antique Camphor Wood Writing Slope

19th century
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19th Century Chinese camphor wood and brass inlaid writing slope of exceptional quality, having a drawer to the front which when pulls out opens the tambour shutter on top to reveal a lift up stationary rack with various sized compartments, there is a hinged lid which lifts up and over to reveal a black leather writing surface decorated with blind and gilt tooling, also further compartments including a pen tray, brass recessed handles to the sides and a shaped bass plaque on the top with decorative line inlay, the writing slope is in excellent condition and has lovely figured wood throughout. Circa 1840

18" x 14 1/2" x 9" high

46cms x 37cms x 23cms high

Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Writing Slope to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1213810
Dealers Internal Reference
3823
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
19th Century Chinese camphor wood and brass inlaid writing slope of exceptional quality, having a drawer to the front which when pulls out opens the tambour shutter on top to reveal a lift up stationary rack with various sized compartments, there is a hinged lid which lifts up and over to reveal a black leather writing surface decorated with blind and gilt tooling, also further compartments including a pen tray, brass recessed handles to the sides and a shaped bass plaque on the top with decorative line inlay, the writing slope is in excellent condition and has lovely figured wood throughout. Circa 1840

18" x 14 1/2" x 9" high

46cms x 37cms x 23cms high

Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Camphor Wood Writing Slope to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1213810
Dealers Internal Ref
3823
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Martlesham Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A 19th-century camphor wood writing slope featuring brass-bound corners, a sloped front, a tambour roll-top section, and a central brass inlay plate.
19th Century antique camphor wood writing slope
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A 19th-century camphor wood writing slope featuring brass-bound corners, a sloped front, a tambour roll-top section, and a central brass inlay plate.
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A camphor wood writing slope is a portable 19th-century desk box with an angled top designed for writing letter correspondence while travelling. Constructed from aromatic camphor wood, these pieces were widely used across maritime trade routes due to the timbers natural insect-repellent properties.

These portable desks were typically constructed using dense hardwoods such as camphor, mahogany, or rosewood. They featured protective brass corner strapping, flush-fitting brass handles, internal inkwell compartments, and leather or velvet writing surfaces.

Authentic period writing slopes feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, original brass hardware, historical wear consistent with age, and period lock mechanisms. Camphor wood examples often retain a faint, characteristic aroma inside the sealed compartments.

Position the closed writing box on an executive office desk, console table, or library bookshelf to serve as a functional decorative accent. Its compact size makes it ideal for storing small stationery items or modern trinkets.

Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sudden humidity fluctuations to prevent the wood from warping. Clean the timber with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish occasionally to preserve the natural patina.
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