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Regency Period Brass Inlaid Writing Slope with Side Drawer and Secret Drawers
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Regency Period Brass Inlaid Writing Slope with Side Drawer and Secret Drawers

19th century
Sold 20 January 2026 · John Hubbard Antiques
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Description

A lovely example of a Regency period writing slope, with brass floral inlay, all intact, with shaped vacant engraving plate, circular brass escutcheon and working lock and key. Full length drawer beneath secured by a brass pin accessible only when the box is open. Flush fitting campaign style handles either side.

Inside the writing boards retain the original skiver, in excellent condition but with the inevitable wear along the centre fold. Original brass screw topped inkwells, pen tray, nib holder and lidded compartment

Size: 19.3/4" x 10.3/8" x 6.1/2: (50.2cm x 26.5cm x 16.5cm)

Stock no: 4895

Circa 1830

Dealers note. All our writing slopes are in excellent condition and very suitable as gifts that will become family heirlooms. UK shipping and packing is just £15. Worldwide shipping available, just ask for a price.

Date of Manufacture

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this Regency Brass Inlaid Writing Slope to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
50.2cm (19.76")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Reference Numbers
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SA1179952
Dealers Internal Reference
4895
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Description
A lovely example of a Regency period writing slope, with brass floral inlay, all intact, with shaped vacant engraving plate, circular brass escutcheon and working lock and key. Full length drawer beneath secured by a brass pin accessible only when the box is open. Flush fitting campaign style handles either side.
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Inside the writing boards retain the original skiver, in excellent condition but with the inevitable wear along the centre fold.
John Hubbard Antiques

Original brass screw topped inkwells, pen tray, nib holder and lidded compartment

fig 1. A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock.
fig 1. Regency Period Brass Inlaid Writing Slope with Side Drawer and Secret Drawers

Size: 19.3/4" x 10.3/8" x 6.1/2: (50.2cm x 26.5cm x 16.5cm)

Stock no: 4895

Circa 1830

Dealers note. All our writing slopes are in excellent condition and very suitable as gifts that will become family heirlooms. UK shipping and packing is just £15. Worldwide shipping available, just ask for a price.

Date of Manufacture

John Hubbard Antiques has dated this Regency Brass Inlaid Writing Slope to the Regency era.

Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
50.2cm (19.76")
Depth
26.5cm (10.43")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1179952
Dealers Internal Ref
4895
John Hubbard Antiques
John Hubbard Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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Archive I A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Regency Period Brass Inlaid Writing Slope with Side Drawer and Secret Drawers

Archive II A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View II
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Archive VII A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View IX
Archive X A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View X
Archive XI A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View XI
Archive XII A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View XII
Archive XIII A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View XIII
Archive XIV A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View XIV
Archive XV A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View XV
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Archive XVIII A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock. View XVIII
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John Hubbard Antiques
Telephone 01562 701020
Location
Castle Ash
Birmingham Road
Blakedown
Worcestershire
DY10 3JE
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/hubbard
Verified Since Sep 2014
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A rectangular dark wood Regency writing slope featuring elaborate brass scrolling inlay along the borders and a central escutcheon with a key in the lock.
Regency period brass inlaid writing slope with side drawer and secret drawers
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBoxes and Cases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialRosewood, Brass, Pine
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass inlay, Scrolling foliate banding, Central escutcheon, Keyhole lock
  • SizeH 15.5 cm (6 in) x W 50.2 cm (20 in) x D 26.5 cm (10 in)

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Regency style spans the late 18th to early 19th century, drawing heavy inspiration from classical Greek, Roman, and Egyptian motifs, characterised by clean symmetry, exotic veneers, and elaborate brass inlay.

Writing slopes were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany, rosewood, or coromandel, featuring brass hinges, escutcheons, inlaid banding, and leather or velvet writing surfaces inside.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut dovetail joints, secondary woods like pine or oak used for interior partitions, traditional cast brass hardware, and natural ageing or patina on the timber and metal.

Placed atop a credenza, side table, or desk, an antique writing slope introduces historical depth and texture, functioning as both a sculptural object and practical storage for small items.

Preserve wooden boxes by keeping them out of direct sunlight, maintaining stable indoor humidity to prevent wood splitting, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber and protect the brass inlay.
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