A beautiful Victorian writing box slope made of rosewood with mother of pearl inlay, and with a key c1850. The colour and patina of the rosewood is exquisite. The slope has decorative pierced mother of pearly inlay. Inside the writing slope has a gilt tooled leather surface. On one side are compartments for pens, stamps etc and beneath is a secret panel revealing two secret drawers. The panel is operated by a spring mechanism by pushing one of the compartment dividers. There is a makers label for Mechin, of Leadenhall Street, London, well known at the time. In lovely condition, very pretty and decorative as well as useful. When open the full length is 49cmWe are happy to discuss your enquiries by phone, What’s App or email. We can arrange delivery of larger items for you by professional and reliable couriers - please contact us for a delivery cost. The charge for postage/packing of smaller items in the UK is £12 and Europe £22. Please enquire for delivery charges outs...