Description:
Ref: 664WB http://www.hygra.com/box/664WB
Brass bound and inlaid writing box with flame mahogany inlaid with
further brass The box is fitted with a Bramah type lock. The top and
front panels of mahogany are framed with alternating brass and ebony.
Inside the box opens to a replacement gold embossed writing surface
edged with rosewood. The curved pentray and and facings are also
rosewood. Beneath the pentray and compartments for ink there is a nest
of four secret drawers. The concealing sprung panel is released by pressing
on the side of one of the dividers. I have marked the place to press
with a yellow dot.. The box also has a rare sprung false bottom.
This can be released when the secret drawer panel has been
removed. Circa 1840
Origin: UK ; Circa:1840
; Materials: Mahogany
ebony brass and rosewood.
Size: 50.3 cm wide by 26 cm by 10.9 cm: 19.8
inches wide
by 10.2 inches by 4.3 inches.
Condition: good overall; working lock and key; see images
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