Victorian burr walnut writing slope with secret draws

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Victorian burr walnut writing slope with hidden (secret) draws This is a delightfully figured 19th century burr walnut writing slope with hidden (secret) draws. Closed the writing slope measures 13½ inches by 9½ inches by 8 inches. When open it measures 19½ inches by 13¾ inches by 4 inches maximum. The carcase is solid mahogany and the exterior is veneered with a superbly patenated burr walnut. It has brass edging and stringing together with a inlayed brass cartouche and matching key escutcheon. The cartouche is inscribed 'C.M.Law 1885'. The slope opens to reveal a blue tooled leather writing surface (skiver) together with compartments for ink bottles and pens. The two ink bottles with brass screw tops shown in the photograph are included (though of the correct pattern they may not be contemporary with the slope). The underside has a green baise covering. Both halves of the writing surface lift to reveal storage space. In the larger space there is what appears to be a plane panel below the ink and pen compartments. By lifting the division beside the right hand ink well the panel is released to reveal three hidden draws. This delightful piece of Victorian history is in excellent condition with superb patination of age. It is complete with its original fully functional lock and key. Shipping Information DOMESTIC : For packages weighing less than 1kg we usually ship by Royal Mail First Class post. For packages weighing over 1kg we usually use the courier myHermes. INTERNATIONAL: For packages weighing under 2kg (4.4lbs) we use the Royal Mail Small Packets service. For packages weighing more than 2kg (4.4lbs) we book shipping through and usually use either Parcelforce, DHL or FedEx depending on the current discounts being offered. Whilst we are happy to ship with these carriers at the rates quoted in the shipping details on the auction pages, should a buyer have a preferred shipper we will, whenever possible, obtain an alternative quote and ship by the buyers preferred method. For buyers who prefer to make there own shipping arrangements and to arrange for a carrier to collect from us we are more than happy to co-operate and do not make any handling charge, SHIPPING DISCOUNTS: For buyers of two or more of our eBay auction items we are able to offer significant discounts through or myHermes: For packages with a total combined weight of between 4.4lbs(2kg) and 22lbs(10kg) the shipping charges would be: To USA: GBP55. To Europe: up to GBP£25. To UK: up to GBP9.50. To Rest of World: GBP65. For each additional 5kg there would be the following additional charge: USA: GBP15. Europe: GBP5. UK: GBP1.00. Rest of World: GBP20. As international currency exchange rates vary on a daily basis we recommend that buyers use a currency conversion web site (such as /ucc/ ) to find the latest accurate exchange rates for their own currency. These rates are charged irrespective of how many items are included in the package. This usually means that for buyers of two or more items the second is shipped at a heavily discounted rate and third and subsequent items are shipped at no charge. Payment Information We are happy to accept payment through PayPal or personal cheque/Postal Order drawn on a UK bank or Post Office. International buyers can pay in their local currency by PayPal at no additional cost. Should International buyer wish to send payment by post most international banks will issue a GBP cheque/check, though the bank may make a charge for this service. We can accept cash from personal callers. However, this must be done by prior arrangement either by email or telephone. For single purchases payment should be made as soon after the auction ends as possible . Buyers wishing to delay payment to take advantage of the multi-item shipping discounts we are able to offer should email to advise us. If we have not heard from buyers after ... read more

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