Antique Campaign Writing Slope, English, Walnut, Correspondence Box, Victorian

This is an antique military campaign writing slope. An English, walnut and leather correspondence box, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Finely crafted writing slope, used in period when away from home displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order. Select walnut stocks show fine grain interest and rich caramel hues. Tooled and embossed leather skiver in a charming bottle green hue. Unmarked brass name plaque to lid, ideal for personalisation. Case fascia dressed with a brass lock escutcheon — in working order, key present. Outfitted with a pair of brass recessed cup handles, in the campaign manner. Corners accentuated with polished brass cappings Side drawer held securely, accessed by removing interior pin. Pen tray and ink well compartments to the upper edge of the interior. Each half of the skiver lifts to gain access to a documents compartment. Supplied with a screw top glass ink well in good original order. This is an appealing antique military campaign writing slope with quality walnut and brass fittings. A treat for the desktop. Delivered ready to enjoy. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help. Our Ref: 18.9613