{"product_id":"antique-victorian-oak-wooden-desktop-stationery-box-writing-cabinet-with-key","title":"Antique Victorian Oak Wooden Desktop Stationery Box \/ Writing Cabinet with Key","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Victorian Oak Wooden Desktop Stationery Box \/ Writing Cabinet with Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC. 1890 - 1900\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eA high quality antique mahogany stationery box, dating to the late 19th \/ early 20th century, offering both elegance and practicality in a classic Victorian design. Beautifully crafted, this piece reflects a time when handwritten correspondence was an essential daily ritual. \u003cstrong\u003eThe box has a working lock and key to provide secure storage. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe hinged lid opens to reveal a traditional fitted interior, complete with multiple compartments for storing stationery, envelopes, post cards and other writing accessories. On the interior of the lid is storage for pens and writing tools, along with a pen slope at the base. There are two small drawers present, perfect for holding small stationery and general objects. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe front has two fitted, brass card holders - one of which still contains Engagements cards containing days of the week. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe drop down front opens fully to reveal a writing slope, providing ample amounts of writing surface space. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eExternally, the box is complemented by a shield cartouche on the lid, often intended for initials or inscription. This will has never been monogrammed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplaying a rich patina, this writing slope is as decorative as it is functional and ideal for collectors, writers or as a desk accessory in a home office or workspace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 35.5cm x 20cm x Height 24cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Very nice antique order with just minor surface scuffs as to be expected for age. Glass inkwell free from damage. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem No. 9689 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brook Antiques ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55823819473238,"sku":null,"price":229.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2474\/5046\/files\/7F5AB49B-2464-4E16-96D7-9DA5C01FC148_1_105_c_5f5b00b8-801e-4bf4-a573-700f0eaa36eb.jpg?v=1792252330","url":"https:\/\/brook-antiques.com\/products\/antique-victorian-oak-wooden-desktop-stationery-box-writing-cabinet-with-key","provider":"Brook Antiques ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}