Antique Correspondence Box, Ceylon, Ebony, Campaign, Writing Slope, Victorian

£1,295.00

Our Stock # 24201

This is an antique gentleman's correspondence box. A Ceylonese ebony campaign writing slope, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Fascinating grooved finish, with a well appointed suite of features
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Solid teak with distinctive appearance and deep brown tonality
Dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present
Slight apex to the lid, opening to reveal the fitted interior
Presents a pair of baize skivers, each lifting to access storage space
Trio of hidden drawers reside behind a lift-out fascia
Replete with paper roller, pen tray and document storage

This is an unusual and intriguing antique correspondence box, with a fascinating distinct appearance and useful interior. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Closed Width: 42.5cm (16.75'')
Closed Depth: 24.5cm (9.75'')
Closed Height: 14.5cm (5.75'')

Open Width: 42.5cm (16.75'')
Open Depth: 63cm (24.75'')
Open Height: 9.5cm (3.75'')

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