This is an antique writing slope. An English, walnut and brass correspondence box, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.
A charming slope, with fascinating concealed drawers and appealing finish
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Crafted from select walnut, offering fine grain interest and warm caramel hues
Casework skilfully accentuated with brass to the corners and as robust strapping
Personalised brass plaque to the lid, with the engraved cursive monogram W. I. G.
Opens to reveal a beautifully appointed interior, ideal for writing and correspondence
Lightly aged skiver with a tooled and embossed deep blue leather, arranged in two folding sections
Document storage compartments situated beneath each lift-up writing surface
A delightful trio of hidden drawers reside behind the removable fascia panel
Rear edge hosts a pen tray, a lidded compartment and two inkwell-sized sections
Fascia dressed with a brass lock escutcheon —
...in working order, key present
Dressed to the base with a baize cushion for ideal surface protection
This is a fine antique Regency period writing slope, combining elegant craftsmanship with hidden practicality. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 50cm (19.75'''')
Max Depth: 25cm (9.75'''')
Max Height: 17.5cm (7'''')
Opened Depth: 50.5cm (20'''')
Opened Height: 12.5cm (5'''')
Skiver Width: 40.5cm (16'''')
Skiver Depth: 35.5cm (14'''')
What our clients have to say: https://www.londonfine.co.uk/pages/reviewsInternal Reference: 26033
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1219372
Dateline of this antique is Regency
Height is 17.5cm (6.9inches)Width is 50cm (19.7inches)Depth is 25cm (9.8inches)
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