Anglo Ceylonese Ebony Box / Writing Slope pottery and practical forms converge

and practical forms converge

making it a statement piece in both traditional and modern interiors

Pieces of such quality and rarity are highly desirable amongst connoisseurs

Its scale and fine execution make it a rare find

lending both structural integrity and striking visual interest

Anglo Ceylonese Ebony Box / Writing Slope pottery and practical forms convergeExceptionally fine mid 19th century Anglo Ceylonese ebony writing slope, with richly carved foliate and floral detail opening to a fold out writing slope with fitted storage, drawers, and ink wells decorated with bone dots. This box has panels of solid ebony, and the quality of the carving is particularly accomplished.