Early Victorian Rosewood & Birds Eye Maple Marquetry Writing Slope, c.1840. The Library There are also some dust

There are also some dust motes within the face (please see photographs)

The box remains in a very good condition throughout

frequently from Switzerland

A delicate and beautiful example of art deco sterling silver tableware in the form of a scarcely found set which has remained as its pair for over 90 years

Early Victorian Rosewood & Birds Eye Maple Marquetry Writing Slope, c.1840. The Library There are also some dustA stunning early Victorian rosewood, bird eye maple and mother of pearl writing slope lap desk. The writing slope boasts exceptional marquetry depicting stylised themes from nature. The box opens to reveal a writing surface covered with later purple baize, and compartments for pens, inkwells and paper. All hinges open and close with ease. A lock mechanism is in place internally, however the key hole has been covered with mother of pearl externally.