Victorian Burr Walnut & Mother-of-Pearl Writing Slope with Secret Compartments — c.1860 Presented in a later gilt

Presented in a later gilt frame that complements the warmth of the tones and allows the work to live comfortably in both traditional and collected interiors

natural patina over time

Circa 1840–1860

and quietly luxurious

Not polished

Victorian Burr Walnut & Mother-of-Pearl Writing Slope with Secret Compartments — c.1860 Presented in a later giltVictorian Burr Walnut & Mother of Pearl Writing Slope with Secret Compartments c. 1860 A beautiful Victorian writing slope, richly decorated in burr walnut with intricate mother of pearl and abalone inlay. Dating to around 1860, this portable gentlemans (or ladys) desk exemplifies the height of mid 19th century craftsmanship a time when writing slopes were both elegant personal accessories and essential tools of correspondence. The lid features a