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English Campaign Era Writing Box of Brass-Bound Mahogany

$3,850
6.5 in. H x 20 in. W x 11 in. D
Inventory Number: Z5012

A fine English military officer's writing slope (or Captain's box) of brass-bound mahogany, from the Campaign Era, featuring a two-section hinged interior that opens to become a writing desk, with compartments for inkwells, writing pens, and document/stationery storage. The top with decorative brass plate, the front featuring a brass escutcheon of similar design. The interior showing a cordovan red embossed leather writing slope. Side drawer with flush brass handle. Includes two inkwells with brass lids.

Dimensions:

Height 6 1/2 inches

Width 20 inches

Depth (with box closed) 11 inches

Depth (with box opened) 22 inches.

English Campaign Era Writing Box of Brass-Bound Mahogany

$3,850
H 6.5 in. x W 20 in. x D 11 in.
Inventory Number: Z5012


A fine English military officer's writing slope (or Captain's box) of brass-bound mahogany, from the Campaign Era, featuring a two-section hinged interior that opens to become a writing desk, with compartments for inkwells, writing pens, and document/stationery storage. The top with decorative brass plate, the front featuring a brass escutcheon of similar design. The interior showing a cordovan red embossed leather writing slope. Side drawer with flush brass handle. Includes two inkwells with brass lids.

Dimensions:

Height 6 1/2 inches

Width 20 inches

Depth (with box closed) 11 inches

Depth (with box opened) 22 inches.

Details

England
19th Century
Brass, Mahogany, Metal, Wood
1
Excellent
Wear commensurate with age and use
Fine antique condition - Wear commensurate with age and use - Please see accompanying photos.
6.5 in. H x 20 in. W x 11 in. D

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