It was listed by Eclectic Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Eclectic Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Below is a slide out folding writing slope with gilt edged leather in good order. (no key or pin for slide).
Inside the panel confirms the retailer as “Parkins & Gotto, Oxford Street, London “ but they were quite possibly the makers circa 1880.
This is the best quality box I have seen & would have have originally been in a household of importance.
Eclectic Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Eclectic Antiques Profile Page
Top Quality Campaign Correspondence Cabinet by Parkins & Gotto, London
