Writing Accoutrements
Writing accoutrements are the instruments and articles used for writing and correspondence. These objects include pens, pencils, seals and other tools associated with the preparation of letters and documents.
During the nineteenth century such instruments were commonly carried as part of personal equipment and were often contained within writing cases or other fitted travel cases.
Instruments of Correspondence
Correspondence formed an essential part of communication during the nineteenth century. Writing accoutrements allowed letters and documents to be prepared while travelling or away from a writing desk.
Typical writing instruments included pens, pencils, seals and other tools used in the preparation and handling of correspondence.
Writing Instruments
Writing accoutrements were often produced by specialist craftsmen and could be made from materials such as silver, gold, ivory and other durable materials. These objects were designed to combine functionality with skilled craftsmanship.
Many of these instruments were arranged within fitted writing cases designed to organise the equipment required for correspondence.
Writing and Travel
Travellers frequently carried portable writing equipment in order to maintain correspondence while away from home. Writing accoutrements could therefore form part of the personal equipment contained within travel cases and writing cases.
The Craft Tradition
The production of writing instruments formed part of the wider tradition of objects associated with personal equipment and travel. These instruments were often produced by specialist craftsmen and supplied alongside fitted cases designed to contain them.
The Leuchars Tradition
The Leuchars firm became associated with fitted cases designed to contain personal equipment used in travel and private life. Writing accoutrements formed part of the equipment carried within writing cases and other fitted cases.
Leuchars London ® continues the traditions associated with the historic craft of case making and personal equipment.
