Writing box
Category
Wooden objects
Date
1820
Materials
Mahogany, brass and leather
Measurements
155 mm (H); 400 mm (L); 240 mm (W)
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Wightwick Manor, West Midlands
NT 1288305
Summary
Rectangular mahogany writing box, bound with brass and inlaid escutcheon and plaque, hinged lid. The interior has pen tray and a double hinged leather bound writing top. Two secret drawers are hidden behind a sprung panel which is released by lifting the vertical pentray divider on right. Decorative brass key NT 1291754.
Marks and inscriptions
William Ayre Hull (engraved on inlaid brass plaque)