1850's English Antique Campaign Writing Slope

Description

This is an antique military campaign writing slope. An English, walnut and leather correspondence box, dating to the early Victorian … more This is an antique military campaign writing slope. An English, walnut and leather correspondence box, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Finely crafted writing slope, used in period when away from home
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Select walnut stocks show fine grain interest and rich caramel hues
Tooled and embossed leather skiver in a charming bottle green hue

Unmarked brass name plaque to lid, ideal for personalisation
Case fascia dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present
Outfitted with a pair of brass recessed cup handles, in the campaign manner
Corners accentuated with polished brass cappings

Side drawer held securely, accessed by removing interior pin
Pen tray and ink well compartments to the upper edge of the interior
Each half of the skiver lifts to gain access to a documents compartment
Supplied with a screw top glass ink well in good original order

This is an appealing antique military campaign writing slope with quality walnut and brass fittings. A treat for the desktop. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 45.5cm (18'')
Max Depth: 25cm (9.75'')
Max Height: 15cm (6'')

Extended Width: 45.5cm (18'')
Extended Depth: 50.5cm (20'')
Extended Height: 11.5cm (4.5'')

Skiver Width: 40cm (15.75'')
Skiver Depth: 40.5cm (16'') less