This rare example Writing box is of slim rectangular shape with a slightly sloped lid veneered in exotic Coromandel wood to the exterior with beautifully shaped applied Sterling Silver mounts. The circular escutcheon protrudes through the centre of the writing box flanked by scroll work Sterling Silver centrepiece. When opened the box reveals a royal deep blue velvet writing slope with a gold tooled border finished with fleur-de-lis icons framed by an embossed greek key style border. The box is faced in exotic Coromandel wood and contains two original gilded screw top inkwells, a central pentray and rear partitioned document compartments lined in Satinwood. There is a secret spring-loaded stationery drawer which features a solid Satinwood base complete with small yet elegant dovetail joints, activated by pressing down on the central button on the brass mounted plate reading ‘Betjemann Patent 176′. The inside of the writing slope lid bears the retailer plaque ‘Charles Westley, Promenade Cheltenham.’ The Writing Box is a rare example to be mounted with Sterling Silver mounts, the mounts are hallmarked individually, Sterling, London, George Betjemann & Sons and dated 1877
The Betjemann & Sons Writing Box comes complete with a working lock and tasselled key.
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Measurements
14.5cm High x 37cm Wide x 28cm Deep
(5.7 High x 14.6 Wide x 11 Deep Inches Closed)
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About Mark Goodger Antiques
Founded in 1998, Mark Goodger Antiques is an internationally recognised specialist dealer in antique tea caddies, boxes and accessories. With more than thirty five years of hands on experience buying, selling and restoring antiques, we have built a reputation for knowledge, authenticity and exceptional customer service.
We are proud members of leading trade associations including BADA, LAPADA, CINOA and CADA, and regularly exhibit at prestigious antique fairs throughout the United Kingdom.
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