Writing slope
Category
Objets de vertu
Date
Unknown
Materials
Ivory, Metal, Wood
Measurements
106 x 437 x 334 mms; 75 mms (Height); 239 mms (Depth); 77 mms (Depth)
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Blickling Hall, Norfolk
NT 356417
Summary
Desk box or writing slope. Ivory inlay in intricate pattern of flowers and foliage. Front flap with ivory stringing on inside of lid, opens to reveal large open space. Flap at back lifts up to reveal a long space divided into 3 compartments with push- button catch release at back of box. Brass folding catch support. 2 metal hinges. Lock at front.