{"product_id":"19th-century-madeira-olivewood-parquetry-writing-box","title":"19th Century Madeira Olivewood Parquetry Writing Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare and beautifully crafted 19th-century writing slope, featuring exquisite parquetry woodwork and sophisticated architectural detailing. Crafted from rich olivewood, the exterior is anchored by a striking inlaid geometric parquetry lid, framed by a delicate open-galleried top tier designed with a recessed pen tray and lidded compartments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen opened, the box reveals a traditional angled writing surface fitted with a felt slope (showing gentle, authentic wear inline with its history, and likely an early replacement). Below the slope rests built-in storage compartments alongside two internal drawers (one absent, as noted).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional piece for collectors of historic campaign furniture, fine boxwork, or 19th-century Atlantic island craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Details \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Period:\u003c\/b\u003e Madeira, Portugal | 19th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimary Wood:\u003c\/b\u003e Olivewood with intricate multi-wood parquetry inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesign Elements:\u003c\/b\u003e Raised rear gallery with pen rest, twin lidded top compartments, and fall-front writing slope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInternal Storage:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep well compartments beneath the writing board and lower drawer slides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLock \u0026amp; Key:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the original working mechanism and includes a fitted working key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth (Length):\u003c\/b\u003e 17 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 11 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered in good antique condition, exhibiting minor surface marks, faint scuffs, and characterful wear consistent with age and careful historical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWriting Felt:\u003c\/b\u003e Displays minor wear and light patina, likely replaced in period or early 20th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrawers:\u003c\/b\u003e One internal drawer is absent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pudding Pie Lane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50518919577665,"sku":null,"price":875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/9765\/4337\/files\/10_9b2d07c9-c5ec-4d62-92c1-79de0e9a6890.png?v=1790089154","url":"https:\/\/puddingpielane.com\/products\/19th-century-madeira-olivewood-parquetry-writing-box","provider":"Pudding Pie Lane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}