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Welsh Oak Writing Box, Circa 1640
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Welsh Oak Writing Box, Circa 1640

17th century
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Description

A rare and original table-top writing box in the wonderful deep reddish-black oak which is typical of the best early furniture from mid-Wales.

The sides have scalloped edges and are beautifully embellished with delicate incised decoration and punchwork. The iron butterfly hinges are original, although the former clasp and lock have been removed at some point in the distant past.

Wonderful original colour and surface patination.

Montgomeryshire circa 1640

10.5 inches high, 25 inches wide, 10.75 inches deep.

Physical Dimensions
Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

WelshAntiques has dated this Antique Oak Writing Box to the 17th Century.

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SA421536
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Description
A rare and original table-top writing box in the wonderful deep reddish-black oak which is typical of the best early furniture from mid-Wales.
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The sides have scalloped edges and are beautifully embellished with delicate incised decoration and punchwork.
WelshAntiques

The iron butterfly hinges are original, although the former clasp and lock have been removed at some point in the distant past.

Wonderful original colour and surface patination.

Montgomeryshire circa 1640

10.5 inches high, 25 inches wide, 10.75 inches deep.

Height
26cm (10.24")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

WelshAntiques has dated this Antique Oak Writing Box to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA421536
WelshAntiques
WelshAntiques
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Leading specialist in welsh furniture and folk art for 56 years

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Welsh oak writing box, circa 1640

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A 17th-century dark oak writing box with a slanted hinged lid and notched carved borders on the side edges.
Welsh oak writing box, circa 1640
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A 17th-century dark oak writing box with a slanted hinged lid and notched carved borders on the side edges.
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During the 17th century, sloped writing boxesoften referred to as desk boxes or Bible boxesserved as portable workspaces and secure storage for valuable documents, writing implements, and family records. They reflect the rising literacy rates and administrative needs of the gentry and merchant classes during the Jacobean and Caroline periods.

Early desk boxes were typically constructed from local hard woods, predominantly English or Welsh oak, joined with hand-cut dovetails or wooden pegs. Features often included hand-forged iron strap hinges, chip-carved decorative borders along the timber edges, and hand-planed timber boards.

Authentic 17th-century pieces exhibit irregular hand-planed surfaces, hand-forged ironwork with historical oxidisation, and natural timber shrinkage across the grain. Look for signs of genuine age such as uneven gouge marks from hand carving and authentic patination around touchpoints and lockplates.

An antique writing box functions effectively as a sculptural focal point on a modern executive desk, sideboard, or library console table. It offers functional hidden storage for stationery or modern tablet devices while introducing organic texture and historical contrast into contemporary room schemes.

Keep early oak furniture in a stable environment away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber warping or splitting. Clean gently using a soft cloth and apply a high-quality bees wax polish once or twice a year to preserve the historic patina.
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