207 Irish Killarney Ware Arbutus Wood Ladies or Gents Travelling Writing Slope 19thCt


 

 

An Exceptionally Fine Quality Irish Killarney Ware Arbutus Ladies or Gents Travelling Writing Slope of impressive proportions, last half of Nineteenth Century. The twin opening flaps with lavish inlaid decoration depicting a view of Muckross Abbey surrounded by a frame of trailing shamrock.  

 

Condition: Good condition with no losses or repairs, the original dark red velvet is a little faded and worn with time, some evidence of ink stains around ink bottle areas.  

Width: 13.25" (33.5cm). Height: (at back) 3.5" (9cm). Depth: 10.25" (26cm). Item Sold