Elegant English Ship's Desk, 1900. Restored and with Original Key.

Striking English writing slope made in 1900. This item is in wonderful condition and has been fully restored in order to show its striking beauty. The writing slope is made of solid wood and outside is covered by noble wood leaves, making up a nice pattern by combining different tones and veneers. This piece keeps also the original lock and key, which can be operated like the first day of use. A nice feature of this article is the presence of three small secret drawers inside. To find them we must lift the bases lid and remove the rectangular plank that closes the inner front, where the compartments are located. Then we will see three small delicate drawers with their corresponding white paste knobs.Outside the writing slope is covered by rosewood veneers. The top is embellished by a rectangular mahogany frame, separated from the rosewood panel by a slim yellow wooden inlay. In the middle there is a nicely cut brass plate embedded in the wood, fit to engrave the owners initials. The wood that covers the piece is in strikingly good condition and the French polish that protects it, perfectly restored, enhances the dark brown color of the rosewood and the mahoganys reddish tone. Inside the article is made of light-colored solid wood and the writing surface is lined with green felt, very well preserved.Just over this surface we can see the classical compartments designed to store the different accessories: inkpots, dryer, pens One of them has a delicate wooden lid with a tiny white knob. The compartment for the pens has a concave detachable bottom, under which we find the writing slopes key. When closed the article boasts a sober design, rectangular in shape and highly appealing. The wood veneers that cover its surface provide it with an amazing elegance. This is surely a great example of the best artisanal woodwork, a lovely and tasteful piece full of charming details.This lovely writing slope is a valuable and decorative article, fit to embellish the desk of a lover of the most beautiful antiques.Measurements (open): Width: 530 mm. Height: 125 mm.