Antique Bachelor's Writing Slope, English, Correspondence Box, Regency, C.1830

Our Stock # 25514

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'')