Login / Register Sellers Clients
LONDON FINE ANTIQUES

Antique Ladies Travelling Box, English, Sewing Case, Writing Slope, Victorian

Stock No

24834

Member since
2024
  • £2,550.00
  • €3,040 Euro
  • $3,106 US Dollar

Questions about this item?

Contact Seller

Like this item?

Item Description

Our Stock # 24834

This is an antique ladies travelling box. An English, rosewood and inlay combination sewing case and writing slope, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

  • Exquisite craftsmanship accentuates this fine travel box
  • Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
  • Select stocks present fine grain interest throughout
  • Quality inlay adorns the lid and fascia with spectral highlights
  • Inset, working lock to the fascia — key present
  • Opening in two stages, the first aspect being a traditional sewing box
  • Lid reverse hosting a document slide, held securely by a brass twist clasp
  • Removable pin cushion tray replete with six twine bail compartments
  • Upon removal of the tray, the centre section opening to reveal a writing slope
  • Pair of velvet skivers, the upper half hosting a concealed storage compartment
  • Replete with a pair of glass ink wells, topped with silver plated lids
  • Pen tray residing between the ink wells, with removable lid

This is a fascinating antique ladies travelling box, presenting a beautiful exterior and a well appointed interior. Ideal for writing correspondence and running repairs en voyage. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 27.5cm (10.75'')
Max Depth: 23cm (9'')
Max Height: 15cm (6'')

Extended Width: 27.5cm (10.75'')
Extended Depth: 43.5cm (17.25'')
Extended Height: 33.5cm (13.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.
We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.
Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.
Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24834

Item Info

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Dimensions

H: 15cm W: 27.5cm D: 23cm

Period

c.1850

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)207 1833511

More from LONDON FINE ANTIQUES