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Handcrafted Mahogany Writing Slope

Price: $425.50

If you would like to buy this slope contact us.
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This custom Writing Slope design, with Dovetail joinery, was inspired by two previous client's order (see below) and is built from Mahogany with Cherry Veneer Panels. It has been finished with 7 coats of Tung Oil and has genuine leather-covered panels. The leather edges have been enhanced with decorative gold tooling.

Each panel lifts up for storage of papers, envelopes, and other writing materials. The front panelled area allows for standard 8 1/2" x 11" paper. Small turn buttons hold the panels in place when in transit. Small tabs of leather have been added for easy lifting of the panels.

There are two 1 5/8" W x 1 5/8" L x 3 1/2" tall ink bottle holders separated by a covered storage compartment. This 7" L x 1 5/8" W x 1" deep pen compartment allows easy access to writing instruments such as pens and pencils.

Inside the back panel is a small drawer with solid brass knob for storage other special utensils such as pen nibs, erasers, etc. Two small turn buttons hold the drawer in place when in transit.

Polished solid brass hinges and solid brass full mortise lock with key accent this beautiful portable desk.

Handcrafted Mahogany & Walnut Writing Slope

Price: $485.50

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This custom Writing Slope design, with Maple inlaid Dovetail joints, is built from Mahogany with Walnut trim on the lid. It has Cherry Veneer Panels. It has been hand-rubbed with 7 coats of Tung Oil. Each panel is covered with genuine leather, the edges enhanced with antique tooling.

Each panel lifts up for storage of papers, envelopes, and other writing materials. The front panelled area allows for standard 8 1/2" x 11" paper. Small turn buttons hold the panels in place when in transit. Small tabs of leather have been added for easy lifting of the panels.

There are two 1 5/8" W x 1 5/8" L x 3 1/2" tall ink bottle holders separated by a covered storage compartment. This 7" L x 1 5/8" W x 1" deep pen compartment allows easy access to writing instruments such as pens and pencils.

Inside the back panel is a small drawer with solid brass knob for storage other special utensils such as pen nibs, erasers, etc. Two small turn buttons hold the drawer in place when in transit.

Antique solid brass hinges and Antique full mortise lock with key accent this highly functional portable desk.

Unfinished Custom Writing Slopes

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We specialize in custom, handcrafted unfinished wood boxes, built from your own specifications.

Our moto: "You design it ... We'll build it"

The writing slopes above were our very first attempt at building a writing slope from scratch ... no plans, just images of antique boxes and a few sketches. The first one made of Poplar proved to be a bit of a challenge, but with correspondence with our client we were able to figure out the working concept of this design.

Shortly after that, we were commissoned to build a similar box made from Mahogany. These two Writing Slopes were custom-made and shipped 'unfinished' to our clients. They are pre-sanded and ready for the clients' to add their own finishing touches.

Client Testimonials:

Larger View: Poplar & Cherry Veneer Writing SlopeKR from Colorado writes:
I can't tell you how much I really appreciate the writing slope you made for me. The slope is absolutely gorgeous, and the craftmanship supurb.

My uncle said that your dovetail joints are the finest he's ever seen, and we both agree that the slope is of very high quality. Thank you again!!

Mahogany Writing SlopeJB from Pennsylvania writes:
The writing slope arrived this afternoon in perfect condition. I am very pleased with how this turned out. The wood is beautiful and the workmanship, well, just plain impressive.

I like the little drawer and the latches, which work fine. This is the sort of thing I've been after for years, and you've done a great job on it. Many thanks!

Trivia: Did you know? The 'writing slope' dates back to the 1700's. One was used by Thomas Jefferson while he was drafting the Declaration of Independence! His lap desk is now being stored at the Smithsonian Institute. It is treasured as a historical relic.

We have become intrigued with writing slopes. What a great concept they are! And much to our surprise, there are a lot of people interested in this type of lapdesk box.

Are you looking for a Writing Slope of your own? We just finished two more writing slopes. They are 'finished' and are ready for sale. We added leather to the writing panels and you can view them below. If you are interested in purchasing one, contact us soon.

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