A Victorian Gothic Revival coromandel wring slope by Thomas Briggs, 27 Piccadilly, London. Superb quality, very like a Betjemann  box, but with lock by Sampson Mordan & Co, finely figured coromandel inside and out, original lids with fine intricate decorative brass work, original gilded inkwells and a new blue skiver close to the original design.
 
Circa 1875
 
Size: 14" (35.5cm) wide x 10" (25.3cm) deep x 4.1/2" (10.8) high
 
Stock no: 4884
 
Dealers note: This is a special box that would make a very special gift, particularly for a serious collector, being so untouched by it's years. Shipping available world-wide, just ask for a quote. 
Briggs at 27 Piccadilly, London was a well-known address for Thomas Briggs, a cabinetmaker, writing desk, and dressing case maker. He operated from 27 Piccadilly from 1829 to at least 1835, and potentially later, with evidence suggesting he was still listed at the address until 1880. Briggs was a prominent maker of various fine furniture and decorative items, including writing boxes, sewing boxes, and jewellery boxes.