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+44 7929 011224
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English 19th Century Rosewood Campaign Writing Box
English early 19th century brass mounted campaign writing box by Hicks of London, circa 1825
This superb and superior quality campaign writing box is beautifully made by the top London Manufacturer Hicks 26 Wigmore Street, Cavendish Square between 1809 and 1837.
This fine example has flush fitting inlaid corner and edge supports which complement the rich mellow colour of the dense rosewood veneer from which the box is made.
The top and front have matched shaped brass name and escutcheon plates and the sides have sunken folding carrying handles for ease of movement.
This writing box has a more complicated design than most with its double action opening. It unlocks with a steel key and the top lifts to an upright position held by sturdy brass stop hinges. It is fitted with a burgundy red and green leather expanding wallet for papers and storage. The middle section is fitted with an upper tooled burgundy leather surface which also has an adjustable lectern fitment which when fitted in place will hold a book for reading and can be adjusted in its gradient with the use of the hinged brass lever and matching ratchet fitment.
This middle section then folds over to produce the full writing slope which is also lined in tooled burgundy leather. The superb interior has an abundance of flush fittings, brass catches, hinges, corner supports escutcheon plate, locks and leavers ect.
At the top there is a fitted section where there is a place for ink with the original glass bottle and brass cap, a pen and pencil section with a lift out tray lid also a small square section with a fitted brass inlaid lid and matching knob.
The final part is of a similar size with a sloping base for retrieving small items.
The leather surfaces hinge and lift with storage underneath. The upper one also contains the secret bank of three drawers which is accessed by using the small steel rod which has a brass ball top for grip.
By removing the ink bottle and lifting the corner of the blue velvet below reveals a small hole with a shiny brass peg which when pressed with the steel rod releases a spring loaded panel with the hidden drawers behind.
This is a remarkably complicated box that has good features and is in excellent condition by a top London maker with the original paper maker's label for provenance.
Dimensions:
When closed Height 17cm x width 41cm x depth 26cm
When open Height 39cm x width 41cm x depth 50cm
We no longer have shop premises. All of our items can be viewed online.
If you wish to see an item, we will be more than happy to arrange a viewing.
Many thanks
Wendy and Robert
SellerRobert Belcher Antiques
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Robert Belcher Antiques
128 Worcester Road
Droitwich Spa
Worcestershire
England
WR9 8AN
Tel : 07929 011224
or : 07720 607007
Non UK callers : +44 7929 011224 or +44 7720 607007
Get directions to Robert Belcher Antiques
This superb and superior quality campaign writing box is beautifully made by the top London Manufacturer Hicks 26 Wigmore Street, Cavendish Square between 1809 and 1837.
This fine example has flush fitting inlaid corner and edge supports which complement the rich mellow colour of the dense rosewood veneer from which the box is made.
The top and front have matched shaped brass name and escutcheon plates and the sides have sunken folding carrying handles for ease of movement.
This writing box has a more complicated design than most with its double action opening. It unlocks with a steel key and the top lifts to an upright position held by sturdy brass stop hinges. It is fitted with a burgundy red and green leather expanding wallet for papers and storage. The middle section is fitted with an upper tooled burgundy leather surface which also has an adjustable lectern fitment which when fitted in place will hold a book for reading and can be adjusted in its gradient with the use of the hinged brass lever and matching ratchet fitment.
This middle section then folds over to produce the full writing slope which is also lined in tooled burgundy leather. The superb interior has an abundance of flush fittings, brass catches, hinges, corner supports escutcheon plate, locks and leavers ect.
At the top there is a fitted section where there is a place for ink with the original glass bottle and brass cap, a pen and pencil section with a lift out tray lid also a small square section with a fitted brass inlaid lid and matching knob.
The final part is of a similar size with a sloping base for retrieving small items.
The leather surfaces hinge and lift with storage underneath. The upper one also contains the secret bank of three drawers which is accessed by using the small steel rod which has a brass ball top for grip.
By removing the ink bottle and lifting the corner of the blue velvet below reveals a small hole with a shiny brass peg which when pressed with the steel rod releases a spring loaded panel with the hidden drawers behind.
This is a remarkably complicated box that has good features and is in excellent condition by a top London maker with the original paper maker's label for provenance.
Dimensions:
When closed Height 17cm x width 41cm x depth 26cm
When open Height 39cm x width 41cm x depth 50cm
We no longer have shop premises. All of our items can be viewed online.
If you wish to see an item, we will be more than happy to arrange a viewing.
Many thanks
Wendy and Robert
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 23/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Date 1825
Early 19th Century Antiques Material Rosewood
Origin English
Item code as755a238 / 10991
Status Sold
£1695.00 
$2154.68 
€1990.44 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 23/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Shipping information
We use a specialist delivery firm for all of our furniture and fragile items and DHL for antiques that can be packed professionally here on the premises for a next day delivery tracked and fully insured.
All overseas deliveries are also available.
Please contact us at 01905 622468/ 07929 011224 / 07720 607007. Alternatively, email robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com
All overseas deliveries are also available.
Please contact us at 01905 622468/ 07929 011224 / 07720 607007. Alternatively, email robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com
View all stock from
Robert Belcher Antiques
128 Worcester RoadDroitwich Spa
Worcestershire
England
WR9 8AN
Tel : 07929 011224
or : 07720 607007
Non UK callers : +44 7929 011224 or +44 7720 607007
Get directions to Robert Belcher Antiques
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