Sold at Austin Auction Gallery

English Brass-Bound Mahogany Campaign Writing Slope / Travel Desk

Price realized
$431
Pre-sale estimate
$300 – $600
Hammer price
$350
Category
Chests
Sold
October 31, 2026
Sale
SPECIAL 9AM START-DAY 2- OCTOBER 2026 | EUROPEAN INTERIORS & ESTATE COLLECTIONS

Lot description

English brass-bound teak campaign writing slope/ storage chest, 19th c., the rectangular case with vacant brass cartouche, brass corner mounts, and inset side handles, opening to a fitted interior with four cubbies, pencil compartment, and slanted felt-lined writing surface over an open storage well, the right interior edge fitted with a concealed release pin activating a deep hidden side drawer, approx. 11.5"h, 21.5"w, 13.25"d, 27lbs

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.