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Large Documented 19th Century Brass Inlaid Writing Box
Wakelin and Linfield
for sale €4,973     $5,398
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Wakelin and Linfield

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Large Documented 19th Century Brass Inlaid Writing Box

19th century
Description

A very large and beautifully made campaign writing box by Gabriel Riddle of London, the rosweood exterior profusely inlaid with intiricate brasswork opening to reveal a leather bound writing slope under which can be found one large storage compartment incorporating three hidden drawers and a further hidden storage compartment in beautifully figured satinwood. The inside of the writing slope bearing an engraved brass plaque inscribed:

"PresentedTo J G Stuart Esq M.D. From the committee of The Scottish Ladies Association For Promoting Female Education in India - Proof of their esteem and value for the services he rendered to the Association while he held the office of treasurer - 1846"

This box is in original condition. It retains its original ink wells with threaded gilded brass lids. The quality of the workmanship and its large size make this the very best example of a writing box of this type. Absolutely no expense spared. Original locks.

While the box was given to J G Stuart in 1846, we believe it to be of slightly earlier manufacture. England. C.1815

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Declaration

Wakelin and Linfield has dated this Brass Inlaid Writing Slope to the 19th Century.

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SA1224242
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0475
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West Sussex based specialists in formal and country antique furniture, decorative items, ceramics, art and sculpture from the 16th to 20th centuries. High St, Petworth, GU28 0AU

Description
A very large and beautifully made campaign writing box by Gabriel Riddle of London, the rosweood exterior profusely inlaid with intiricate brasswork opening to reveal a leather bound writing slope under which can be found one large storage compartment incorporating three hidden drawers and a further hidden storage compartment in beautifully figured satinwood. The inside of the writing slope bearing an engraved brass plaque inscribed:
fig 1. A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel.
fig 1. Large Documented 19th Century Brass Inlaid Writing Box

"PresentedTo J G Stuart Esq M.D. From the committee of The Scottish Ladies Association For Promoting Female Education in India - Proof of their esteem and value for the services he rendered to the Association while he held the office of treasurer - 1846"

This box is in original condition. It retains its original ink wells with threaded gilded brass lids.

“
The quality of the workmanship and its large size make this the very best example of a writing box of this type.
Wakelin and Linfield

Absolutely no expense spared. Original locks.

While the box was given to J G Stuart in 1846, we believe it to be of slightly earlier manufacture. England. C.1815

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

Wakelin and Linfield has dated this Brass Inlaid Writing Slope to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1224242
Dealers Internal Ref
0475
Wakelin and Linfield
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2026

Specialists in formal and country antique furniture and decorative items from 16th to 20th centuries

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Archive I A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel.

Large Documented 19th Century Brass Inlaid Writing Box

Archive II A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel. View II
Archive III A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel. View III
Archive IV A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel. View IV
Archive V A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel. View V
Archive VI A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel. View VII
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Wakelin and Linfield
Telephone 07850 350829
Location
High Street
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AU
United Kingdom

Opening hours:
Tuesday to Saturdays
10:30 - 4:30

Or by appointment.
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Wakelin and Linfield
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A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel.
Large Documented 19th Century Brass Inlaid Writing Box
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A rectangular dark wood writing box featuring intricate floral brass scrollwork inlay across the top lid and front panel.
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FAQs

A brass inlaid writing slope is a portable wooden box featuring a sloped interior surface for writing and internal compartments for storing inkwells, pens, and paper, decorated on the exterior with inlaid brass brassware or scrollwork.

These boxes were typically constructed from hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut, lined internally with velvet or skiver leather, and finished with sheet brass, brass escutcheons, and iron hinges.

Authentic pieces feature brass inlays cut by hand, hand-cut dovetail joints, period brass screw heads, and original internal features like glass inkwells or secret compartments beneath the writing board.

Writing boxes can be styled closed on an office desk, console table, or coffee table as a decorative statement piece, or displayed open on a stand to showcase internal leather linings and brass fittings.

Wood should be preserved with microcrystalline wax polish applied with a soft cloth, while avoiding harsh chemical metal cleaners that can damage the surrounding timber or destabilise glued brass inlays.
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