Stunning Campaign Writing Slope C.1830

19th century

Sold by Michael Johnson Antiques

Description

A superb large campaign writing slope in amazing original condition. It’s made from rosewood with brass inlay to add to the strength and durability of the box when travelling around and two inlaid brass handles each side which makes it easier for movability. The interior is made from coromandel to a high quality. The box comes with a variety of materials including the two brass candle holders which place either side of the box. It also contains two original ink wells. Has a side draw and also secret drawers. To apply the secret drawers you need to open the box flat and turn the key to the locked position. You then place the brass pin down the whole just right to the lock. Press firmly and the secret draws deploy open. This is a rare design and iconic for the higher end writing slopes only.

It dates to William IV c.1830. A rare collector’s piece.

Materials;

Rosewood, brass and coromandel

Age;

c.1830

Length; 51cm

Width; 28cm

Heigth; 21cm

Reference Number; 6351

Physical Dimensions

Height

21cm (8.27")

Width

28cm (11.02")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Declaration

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this piece to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA565454

Dealers Internal Reference

6351

Dealers Notes

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Description

A superb large campaign writing slope in amazing original condition.

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It’s made from rosewood with brass inlay to add to the strength and durability of the box when travelling around and two inlaid brass handles each side which makes it easier for movability.

Michael Johnson Antiques

The interior is made from coromandel to a high quality. The box comes with a variety of materials including the two brass candle holders which place either side of the box. It also contains two original ink wells. Has a side draw and also secret drawers. To apply the secret drawers you need to open the box flat and turn the key to the locked position. You then place the brass pin down the whole just right to the lock. Press firmly and the secret draws deploy open. This is a rare design and iconic for the higher end writing slopes only.

It dates to William IV c.1830. A rare collector’s piece.

Materials;

Rosewood, brass and coromandel

Age;

c.1830

Length; 51cm

Width; 28cm

Heigth; 21cm

Reference Number; 6351

Physical Dimensions

Height

21cm (8.27")