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LONDON FINE ANTIQUES

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Item Details

This is an antique bachelor’s writing slope. An English, coromandel and satinwood correspondence box dating to the Regency period, circa 1830. A superior example of portable desk furniture, showcasing striking casework and a fine fitted interior.


Crafted from select coromandel stocks, displaying rich grain interest with flashes of warm amber
Fascia appointed with a brass shield escutcheon and inset lock to front — key present
Lid opens to reveal dual writing skivers, in a later dark blue embossed leather
Front skiver with brass clasp, opening to a generous storage compartment


Rear skiver lifts to reveal a striking satinwood interior, presenting rich saffron hues
Replete with document slides, a pen tray and a pair of glass ink wells
Brass recessed carry handle to the lid, set within a shaped backplate for portability
Presented in good antique order, with light, sympathetic wear consistent with age


This fine Regency writing slope is a superbly crafted example, perfect for collectors, refined correspondence, or enhancing a period study or library. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.


Dimensions:
Closed Width: 38cm (15'')
Closed Depth: 27cm (10.75'')
Closed Height: 14cm (5.5'')


Open Width: 38cm (15'')
Open Depth: 58.5cm (23'')
Open Height: 30cm (11.75'')

  • Period: 1830s
    • Price: £1,395.00
    • €1,583 Euro
    • $1,831 US Dollar
  • Location: Devon
    • Dimensions: H: 14cm (5.51in)
    • W: 38cm (14.96in)
    • D: 27cm (10.63in)