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Rosewood Writing Slope William IV

19th century
Sold 18 April 2025 · Michael Johnson Antiques
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Description

A prime example of a rosewood writing slope made during the William IV reign c.1830. Decorated with mother of pearl inlay through out and flush brass handles to the sides. The interior reveals a leather sloped section with two storage compartments. It comes with a fully functioning lock and key.

Materials:

Rosewood and mother of pearl

Age:

1830

Reference Number: 7317

Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Rosewood Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
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SA1112847
Dealers Internal Reference
7317
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Description
A prime example of a rosewood writing slope made during the William IV reign c.1830. Decorated with mother of pearl inlay through out and flush brass handles to the sides. The interior reveals a leather sloped section with two storage compartments. It comes with a fully functioning lock and key.

Materials:

Rosewood and mother of pearl

Age:

1830

Reference Number: 7317

Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Rosewood Writing Slope to the Victorian era.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1112847
Dealers Internal Ref
7317
Michael Johnson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Michael Johnson Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A closed rectangular rosewood writing slope featuring brass stringing inlay and a central keyhole escutcheon sits on a wooden surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rosewood Writing Slope William IV

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Middlesex
South West London
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Verified Since Dec 2014
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A closed rectangular rosewood writing slope featuring brass stringing inlay and a central keyhole escutcheon sits on a wooden surface.
Rosewood Writing Slope William IV
Ref: SA1112847
A closed rectangular rosewood writing slope featuring brass stringing inlay and a central keyhole escutcheon sits on a wooden surface.
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  • ObjectWriting Slopes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialRosewood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass stringing inlay, Keyhole escutcheon, Hinged lid, Rectangular form
  • SizeH 16 cm (6 in) x W 22 cm (9 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

FAQs

A writing slope is a portable slant-topped desk used for correspondence and document storage, which gained significant popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries as literacy rates and travel increased.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, frequently accented with brass escutcheons, corner brackets, and intricate stringing.

Authentic pieces generally feature period construction methods such as dovetail joints, hand-cut screws, secondary softwood linings, and aged patination on the timber and metal hardware.

It can be placed closed on a console table, desk, or bookshelf to add texture, warmth, and historical interest while serving as functional storage for small items.

Maintain antique rosewood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, and occasionally apply a microcrystalline wax to nourish the polished surface.
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