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A Large Regency Period Military Writing Slope Box.
Minerva Antiques Ltd
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A Large Regency Period Military Writing Slope Box.

19th century
Description

A large Regency period military writing slope box. Hand made in England from rosewood with brass corner protectors. The box comes complete with working lock and key. The box has a deep blue velvet writing surface. The box also has three secret hidden drawers.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Declaration

Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this Regency Military Writing Slope to the Regency era.

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SA938069
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10983
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Description
A large Regency period military writing slope box. Hand made in England from rosewood with brass corner protectors. The box comes complete with working lock and key. The box has a deep blue velvet writing surface. The box also has three secret hidden drawers.
Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Date of Manufacture

Minerva Antiques Ltd has dated this Regency Military Writing Slope to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA938069
Dealers Internal Ref
10983
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 dark wood writing slope box with flush brass corner brackets, a brass keyhole escutcheon, and an inlaid top plaque.
A large Regency period military writing slope box.
Ref: SA938069
A rectangular dark wood writing slope box with flush brass corner brackets, a brass keyhole escutcheon, and an inlaid top plaque.
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FAQs

A military campaign writing slope is a portable wooden box featuring a hinged lid that opens into an angled surface for writing. These boxes were built with flush-mounted brass corners and straps to withstand travel and prevent damage during transit.

Regency campaign writing slopes were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or teak to resist warping in varying climates. Brass was extensively used for protective corner brackets, flush straps, cartouches, and lock escutcheons.

Authentic Regency examples feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, flush brass hardware fitted flat against the timber, solid brass screws, and original lock mechanisms. Interior compartments often retain remnants of velvet or leather writing surfaces and quill slots.

An antique writing slope works well displayed closed on an office desk, console table, or library shelf as a decorative accent piece. It can also be left open to display stationery, fountain pens, or leather-bound books.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish annually to nourish the wood. Avoid abrasive cleaners on the brass, allowing the natural patina to develop while protecting the wood finish from moisture.
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