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Unusual Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box with Fitted Interior
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Unusual Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box with Fitted Interior

19th century
Sold 14 November 2024 · Driscolls Antiques Ltd
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Unusual Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box with Fitted Interior

This Unusual Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box dates from ca. 1880. It is beautifully figured with a brass plaque on top and two cupboard doors. with a Bramah lock (unfortunately no key). The interior is fitted with two drawers having flush brass handles. This is a superb quality antique stationary box and the Oak has aged to a golden shade with a striking grain, good patina, is in very good condition and has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of furniture wax finishing.

Approximate Dimensions are:

Height: 22 cm / 9 inches

Width: 30 cm / 12 inches

Depth: 23 cm / 9 inches

Ref No: 08776

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Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Driscolls Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Oak Stationery Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1071342
Dealers Internal Reference
08776
Description
Unusual Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box with Fitted Interior

This Unusual Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box dates from ca. 1880. It is beautifully figured with a brass plaque on top and two cupboard doors. with a Bramah lock (unfortunately no key). The interior is fitted with two drawers having flush brass handles. This is a superb quality antique stationary box and the Oak has aged to a golden shade with a striking grain, good patina, is in very good condition and has been beautifully cleaned using a traditional form of furniture wax finishing.

fig 1. A closed rectangular Victorian oak stationery box featuring a central brass keyhole escutcheon and visible wood grain.
fig 1. Unusual Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box with Fitted Interior

Approximate Dimensions are:

Height: 22 cm / 9 inches

Width: 30 cm / 12 inches

Depth: 23 cm / 9 inches

Ref No: 08776

Special Offer – FREE P&P within mainland UK***

Overseas Postage – Please Email For a Reasonable Quote

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Driscolls Antiques Ltd (Antiques World) has a huge Antique Furniture warehouse in Clitheroe, Lancashire.
Driscolls Antiques Ltd

Our opening Times -

Monday - Friday - 10am – 5pm

Closed Bank Holidays

We also display lots more antiques on our website antiquesworld.co.uk

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Driscolls Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Oak Stationery Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1071342
Dealers Internal Ref
08776
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Driscolls Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2004

High quality british antique furniture

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Link 59 Business Park
Clitheroe
Lancashire
BB7 1QJ
United Kingdom
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A closed rectangular Victorian oak stationery box featuring a central brass keyhole escutcheon and visible wood grain.
Unusual Victorian Oak Antique Stationary Box with Fitted Interior
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A closed rectangular Victorian oak stationery box featuring a central brass keyhole escutcheon and visible wood grain.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass keyhole escutcheon, Visible medullary rays, Fitted interior
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

FAQs

A Victorian stationery box is a desk accessory manufactured during the 19th century specifically designed to hold writing paper, envelopes, and correspondence tools within a compartmented interior.

These boxes were predominantly crafted from hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany, often featuring fitted internal partitions, brass hinges, and a central locking mechanism with a key escutcheon.

Authenticity is determined by construction methods such as dovetail joints, hand-cut screws, period-appropriate brass hardware, and timber patination consistent with nineteenth-century manufacturing techniques.

Place the box atop a wooden writing desk, console table, or bookshelf to serve as both functional desk organisation and a period decorative accent.

Maintain the timber by dusting with a dry, soft cloth and occasionally applying natural beeswax to nourish the wood and protect the original polish from drying out.
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