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Victorian Writing Box by P&f Shafer of 27 Piccadilly London
Minerva Antiques Ltd
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Victorian Writing Box by P&f Shafer of 27 Piccadilly London

19th century
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A super quality Victorian writing box by P&F Shafer of 27 Piccadilly London. Hand made from embossed leather with gilt tooling and gilded brass fittings. The box opens to reveal original inkwells, various compartments and sprung correspondence holder with scissors, letter opener and loops for pens. 33cms wide, 24cms deep and 14.8cms tall.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14.8cm (5.83")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Declaration

Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Leather Writing Box to the 1850s.

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SA869168
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10849
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A super quality Victorian writing box by P&F Shafer of 27 Piccadilly London. Hand made from embossed leather with gilt tooling and gilded brass fittings.
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The box opens to reveal original inkwells, various compartments and sprung correspondence holder with scissors, letter opener and loops for pens.
Minerva Antiques Ltd

33cms wide, 24cms deep and 14.8cms tall.

Height
14.8cm (5.83")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Leather Writing Box to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA869168
Dealers Internal Ref
10849
Minerva Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Minerva Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
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Archive I A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.

Victorian writing box by P&F Shafer of 27 Piccadilly London

Archive II A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View II
Archive III A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View III
Archive IV A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View IV
Archive V A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View V
Archive VI A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VI
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Minerva Antiques Ltd
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90 Royal Hill
Greenwich
London
SE10 8RT
United Kingdom
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A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
Victorian writing box by P&F Shafer of 27 Piccadilly London
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A rectangular black leather Victorian writing box featuring gilt-tooled border lines, a top brass carrying handle, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
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FAQs

A Victorian writing box is a portable container manufactured during the nineteenth century to hold writing materials, inkwells, paper, and correspondence. They were designed for travel or personal office use and often featured locking lids and internal slopes.

These items were typically constructed from mahogany, walnut, or rosewood framing and covered in worked leather, coromandel, or brass mounts. The interiors often incorporated velvet or skiver leather writing surfaces alongside brass hinges and locks.

Authentic pieces feature period-correct joinery, natural age-related wear to the leather or wood, and period maker stamps or locks by established manufacturers. Hand-engraved brass escutcheons, flush carrying handles, and hand-cut dovetail joints further indicate authenticity.

An antique writing box can be placed flat on a modern executive desk, sideboard, or coffee table as a decorative storage centerpiece. It complements minimalist and traditional spaces by introducing textural contrast through aged leather and brass details.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and moisture to prevent cracking. Apply a light leather wax or conditioner sparingly with a soft cloth to maintain moisture in the hide.
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