An Anglo-Indian carved sandalwood and sadeli work writing slope

An Anglo-Indian carved sandalwood and sadeli work writing slope, Bombay, extensively carved with animals, mythical beasts and scrolling foliage, the hinged top fitted with lidded compartments and inkwells, to a later lined slope, 2nd half 19th century, 5.75in (14.3cm) h, 14.5in (36.7cm) w, 10.25in (26cm) d.