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A Large 19th Century Rosewood Writing Slope with Brass Inlay
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A Large 19th Century Rosewood Writing Slope with Brass Inlay

19th century
Sold 15 January 2025 · John Hubbard Antiques
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A large and impressive 19th century rosewood writing slope with brass inlay. The top with shaped engraved cartouche with matching lock escutcheon, with brass edging all around the top and corners, opening to reveal a newly fitted skiver with gilt and embossed tooling. Beneath the top writing board is a concealed panel with opens to reveal three secret drawers.

Size: 20" (51.8cm) wide x 10.1/2" (26.7cm) deep x 6.3/4" (17.2cm) high

Circa: 1852

Stock no: 4846

Dealers note: As with all our stock, every care has been taken to clean, polish and rectify any faults or signs of wear to ensure complete satisfaction and the knowledge that it has benefitted from a professional team of experienced conservators.

Date of Manufacture

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.2cm (6.77")
Width
51.8cm (20.39")
Depth
26.7cm (10.51")
Reference Numbers
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SA1072369
Dealers Internal Reference
4846
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A large and impressive 19th century rosewood writing slope with brass inlay.
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The top with shaped engraved cartouche with matching lock escutcheon, with brass edging all around the top and corners, opening to reveal a newly fitted skiver with gilt and embossed tooling.
John Hubbard Antiques

Beneath the top writing board is a concealed panel with opens to reveal three secret drawers.

fig 1. A rectangular nineteenth-century rosewood writing slope featuring geometric brass stringing and central brass cartouches on the lid and front panel.
fig 1. A Large 19th Century Rosewood Writing Slope with Brass Inlay

Size: 20" (51.8cm) wide x 10.1/2" (26.7cm) deep x 6.3/4" (17.2cm) high

Circa: 1852

Stock no: 4846

Dealers note: As with all our stock, every care has been taken to clean, polish and rectify any faults or signs of wear to ensure complete satisfaction and the knowledge that it has benefitted from a professional team of experienced conservators.

Date of Manufacture

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Height
17.2cm (6.77")
Width
51.8cm (20.39")
Depth
26.7cm (10.51")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1072369
Dealers Internal Ref
4846
John Hubbard Antiques
John Hubbard Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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DY10 3JE
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A rectangular nineteenth-century rosewood writing slope featuring geometric brass stringing and central brass cartouches on the lid and front panel.
A large 19th century rosewood writing slope with brass inlay
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWriting Slopes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRosewood, Brass, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass stringing, Brass cartouche, Hinged lid, Escutcheon
  • SizeH 17.2 cm (7 in) x W 51.8 cm (20 in) x D 26.7 cm (11 in)

FAQs

A writing slope is a portable desk featuring a slanted lid designed to provide a comfortable surface for handwriting, often fitted with internal compartments for stationery, inkwells, and nibs.

These boxes were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut, and frequently embellished with brass banding, corner brackets, and cartouches.

Authentic period pieces usually feature hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional secondary timbers like pine or cedar inside, hand-engraved brass escutcheons, and signs of genuine age and wear within the interior velvet or leather writing surface.

Placed atop a console table, sideboard, or home office desk, a closed writing slope introduces rich wood tones and historic craftsmanship while offering discreet storage for modern desk accessories.

Maintain the wood by dusting with a dry, soft cloth and occasionally applying a quality beeswax to nourish the grain, avoiding excessive moisture, direct sunlight, and modern chemical polishes.
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