Antique Gentleman’s Writing Slope, English, Walnut Correspondence Box, Victorian

Delightful craftsmanship with a striking appearance
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Select burr walnut show fine grain interest and warm caramel hues
Gold tooled and embossed leather skiver in a charming deep blue

Unmarked brass name plaque to lid, ideal for personalisation
Case fascia dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present
Pleasingly accentuated to the corners with ebonised borders
Opens out to a gentle slope, with a two piece skiver

Pen tray with removable cover, and ink well compartments at the upper edge
Each half of the skiver lifts to gain access to a documents compartment
Leading edge skiver held in place with sliding brass clasp
Replete with a screw-top glass ink well in good original order

This is an attractive antique gentleman’s writing slope with quality burr walnut and ebonised detail. A treat for the desktop. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 30cm (11.75”)
Max Depth: 22.5cm (8.75”)
Max Height: 13cm (5”)

Extended Width: 30cm (11.75”)
Extended Depth: 45.5cm (18”)
Extended Height: 9cm (3.5”)

Skiver Width: 23cm (9”)
Skiver Depth: 33cm (13”)