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A 19thc Campaign Writing Slope
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A 19thc Campaign Writing Slope

19th century
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A small 19thC rosewood campaign writing slope.' Campaign' because of the flush military style side lifting handles which enabled less space to be taken up when packing items to go on campaign. Working sprung lock with key. Brass escutcheon and owners cartouche to the top (un inscribed). Original brass hinges. Re baized writing surface which has storage space below. Pen tray with a brass ring pull. Two glass inks, one with a faceted top and screw on brass cap smaller than the other but fitted to its well. The larger of the two with an 1886 penny riveted to the cork bung. Very little age related damage and overall a very sweet item circa 1840.

30.5 cm wide 25.5 cm deep and 10.5 cm high.

51.5 cm deep when open.

OVERSEA buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
30.5cm (12.01")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Declaration

The Antique Partnership has dated this Antique Campaign Writing Slope to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA874807
Dealers Internal Reference
25054
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Description
A small 19thC rosewood campaign writing slope.
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' Campaign' because of the flush military style side lifting handles which enabled less space to be taken up when packing items to go on campaign.
The Antique Partnership

Working sprung lock with key. Brass escutcheon and owners cartouche to the top (un inscribed). Original brass hinges. Re baized writing surface which has storage space below. Pen tray with a brass ring pull. Two glass inks, one with a faceted top and screw on brass cap smaller than the other but fitted to its well. The larger of the two with an 1886 penny riveted to the cork bung. Very little age related damage and overall a very sweet item circa 1840.

30.5 cm wide 25.5 cm deep and 10.5 cm high.

51.5 cm deep when open.

OVERSEA buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Height
10.5cm (4.13")
Width
30.5cm (12.01")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Antique Campaign Writing Slope to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA874807
Dealers Internal Ref
25054
The Antique Partnership
The Antique Partnership
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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A closed 19th-century dark mahogany campaign writing slope with flush brass side handles and a brass escutcheon with key.
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Archive I A closed 19th-century dark mahogany campaign writing slope with flush brass side handles and a brass escutcheon with key.

A 19thc Campaign Writing Slope

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A closed 19th-century dark mahogany campaign writing slope with flush brass side handles and a brass escutcheon with key.
A 19thC campaign writing slope
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A closed 19th-century dark mahogany campaign writing slope with flush brass side handles and a brass escutcheon with key.
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A campaign writing slope is a portable wooden box designed during the 18th and 19th centuries for military officers and travellers to write while away from a permanent desk. These boxes unfolded to provide an angled writing surface, inkwell compartments, and internal storage for paper and pens.

These slopes were typically constructed from robust hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or teak to withstand travel. They feature flush-fitting brass corner brackets, strappings, handles, and escutcheon plates designed to prevent snagging during transport.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joints, flush brass hardware screwed directly into the timber, and original locks with keyholes. The interior usually contains a leather or velvet writing surface split along the hinge line alongside concealed compartments.

A campaign writing slope can be styled flat or display-opened on an office desk, sideboard top, or library shelf as a functional accent piece. It also serves as stylish storage for stationery, letters, or modern accessories.

Keep the wood nourished by applying a high-quality beeswax polish along the grain and buffing gently with a soft cloth. Avoid placing the box near direct heat sources or high humidity to prevent timber shrinkage, warping, or cracking.
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