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The Pantiles Tunbridge Ware Folder C1880
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The Pantiles Tunbridge Ware Folder C1880

19th century
Description

Dating from circa 1880, this finely-worked TUNBRDIGE WARE FOLDER, with blotter, has a central panel depicting THE PANTILES, TUNBRIDGE WELLS within a BORDER OF ROSES.

It is in unrestored, original condition with the expected signs of wear and use.

Dimensions:

Length: 9 inches (22.5 cm)

Width: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Express Delivery within Mainland UK is included. We are happy to quote for Oveseas Shipping on request.

Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Tunbridge Ware Writing Folder to the 1880s.

Independent Date Check ID 07380353
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques Date1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-160 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1880s:
Tessellated perspective view of The Pantiles: Victorian Tunbridge Wells mosaic work.
Floral mosaic border: end-grain wood blocks typical of late 19th-century makers.
Hairline shrinkage lines in the mosaic: natural timber movement over many decades.
Faded red silk spine and interior pockets: original Victorian stationer's binding.
Soft surface scratches across the timber reverse: desk handling.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Depth
22.5cm (8.86")
Reference Numbers
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SA911479
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Description
Dating from circa 1880, this finely-worked TUNBRDIGE WARE FOLDER, with blotter, has a central panel depicting THE PANTILES, TUNBRIDGE WELLS within a BORDER OF ROSES.

It is in unrestored, original condition with the expected signs of wear and use.

Dimensions:

Length: 9 inches (22.5 cm)

Width: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Express Delivery within Mainland UK is included. We are happy to quote for Oveseas Shipping on request.

Date of Manufacture

Shaun King Antiques has dated this Tunbridge Ware Writing Folder to the 1880s.

Independent Date Report ID 07380353
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques dating1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-160 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1880s:
Tessellated perspective view of The Pantiles: Victorian Tunbridge Wells mosaic work.
Floral mosaic border: end-grain wood blocks typical of late 19th-century makers.
Hairline shrinkage lines in the mosaic: natural timber movement over many decades.
Faded red silk spine and interior pockets: original Victorian stationer's binding.
Soft surface scratches across the timber reverse: desk handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
26.5cm (10.43")
Depth
22.5cm (8.86")
Reference Numbers
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SA911479
Shaun King Antiques
Shaun King Antiques
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Third generation antiques dealer selling a wide range of large and small antiques pre 1920.

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A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border.
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Archive I A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border.

The Pantiles Tunbridge Ware Folder C1880

Archive II A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border. View II
Archive III A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border. View III
Archive IV A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border. View IV
Archive V A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border. View V
Archive VI A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border. View VII
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A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border.
THE PANTILES TUNBRIDGE WARE FOLDER c1880
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A Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder featuring a micro-mosaic wood inlay depicting The Pantiles surrounded by a floral mosaic border.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Various Woods, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsMicro-mosaic inlay, Architectural depiction, Floral parquetry border, Bevelled wooden frame
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 26.5 cm (10 in) x D 22.5 cm (9 in)

This Victorian Tunbridge ware writing folder dates from circa 1880 and comes in walnut and various woods with warm brown tones. The exterior presents a central micro-mosaic wood inlay panel depicting The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells, enclosed by a floral mosaic border of roses and a bevelled wooden frame. Additional visual details comprise linear border inlays, a hinged spine with a textured surface, and natural signs of age including surface wear and edge scuffs. The folder measures 1 cm high, 26.5 cm wide, and 22.5 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this piece fits onto a gentleman's library desk or office workspace as a decorative and functional stationery folder or writing pad holder. It serves to hold paper or correspondence while adding period character to a study or desktop display.

FAQs

Tunbridge ware is a form of decorative inlaid woodwork characteristic of Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells in Kent, England, primarily produced during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

Craftsmen assembled end-grain wooden tesserae into intricate geometric or pictorial blocks, glued them together, and sliced thin veneers to apply onto wooden structures.

Authentic pieces feature natural, un-dyed timber mosaic patterns, fine geometric borders, and detailed topographical views showing end-grain wood texture under magnification.

Place the piece flat on an executive desk, display it on an easel, or arrange it within a bookshelf landscape alongside leather-bound volumes.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels, cleaning gently with a soft dry cloth and applying microcrystalline wax sparingly.
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