Antique Ladies Travelling Box, English, Sewing Case, Writing Slope, Victorian
Stock No
24834
2024
- £2,550.00
- €3,040 Euro
- $3,106 US Dollar
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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'')
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Our Ref: 24834
Item Info
Seller
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