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Victorian Oak Writing Cabinet With Automatic Tambour, 19th Century
€800Bid from €560
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Benalmádena, SpainOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 12 sales
Product description
Antique Victorian desktop writing cabinet made in 19th-century England, crafted in dark oak wood with well-defined grain and original period hardware in silver-toned metal. This is a truly unusual model featuring a clever mechanical design: the tambour front panel automatically lowers when the lower drawer is opened and rises again as the drawer is closed, creating a functional and theatrical effect. While the mechanism still works, the tambour requires a slight manual push to close fully. The interior is fitted with multiple compartments for letters, documents, and writing tools, including shaped dividers ideal for organizing stationery. Inside the drawer is a square glass inkwell with a threaded brass lid, topped with a Victorian crown motif—an authentic historical touch. The cabinet is numbered and retains its original key. A beautifully engineered object, ideal for antique writing enthusiasts, period interiors, or collectors of mechanical and desk curiosities.
Wear consistent with age and use.
Wear consistent with age and use.
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ConditionGoodColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items1Height25 cmWidth32 cmDepth21 cm
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Benalmádena, SpainOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 12 sales