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A Mid Victorian Papier Mache Decorated Letter Box
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A Mid Victorian Papier Mache Decorated Letter Box

19th century
Sold 17 December 2024 · Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors
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A decorative Victorian papier mache letter box, the slanted hinged lid is painted with figures in a landscape. The sides and edges of the lid are decorated with red, green and gilt scrolls. The interior has slots for letters (one missing) with the original paper, which is so often replaced. It measure 15cm wide. It is in good condition with a minor amount of age related wear.

Date of Manufacture

Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors has dated this Papier Mache Letter Box to the Victorian era.

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15cm (5.91")
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SA1094773
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A decorative Victorian papier mache letter box, the slanted hinged lid is painted with figures in a landscape. The sides and edges of the lid are decorated with red, green and gilt scrolls.
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The interior has slots for letters (one missing) with the original paper, which is so often replaced.
Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors

It measure 15cm wide. It is in good condition with a minor amount of age related wear.

Date of Manufacture

Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors has dated this Papier Mache Letter Box to the Victorian era.

Width
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1094773
Dealers Internal Ref
BBA
Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors
Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012
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A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Mid Victorian Papier Mache Decorated Letter Box

Archive II A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. View II
Archive III A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. View III
Archive IV A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. View IV
Archive V A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. View V
Archive VI A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. View VI
Archive VII A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. View VII
Archive VIII A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid. View VIII
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Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors

Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors
Telephone 07860 158 955
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Dorking
Surrey
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/gillcoe
Verified Since Jul 2012
Items For Sale 54
Items Sold 139
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A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid.
A Mid Victorian Papier Mache Decorated Letter Box
Ref: SA1094773
A sloping, black papier mache letter box decorated with gilt scrollwork and a hand-painted landscape scene on the lid.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialPapier Mache, Lacquer, Gilt
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsHand-painted landscape, Gilt scrollwork, Sloping lid
  • SizeW 15 cm (6 in)

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Victorian papier mache refers to moulded and pressed paper pulp objects, strengthened with oils and resins, which reached the height of popularity during the mid-19th century for decorative and utilitarian household items.

These items were typically constructed from layers of paper pulp or sheets bonded together, dried, coated with layers of dark japan lacquer, and finished with intricate hand-painted designs often accented with gold leaf or inlaid mother-of-pearl.

Authentic pieces generally display the characteristic weight and rigidity of compressed paper layers beneath the lacquer, signs of age-related crazing or fine craquelure in the finish, and hand-applied artwork rather than modern printing.

This type of decorative object functions well as a focal point on a study desk, a console table, or a mantlepiece, adding historical texture and rich colour to traditional or eclectic interiors.

Preserve the fragile lacquer finish by keeping the item away from direct sunlight and high humidity, dusting gently with a dry microfibre cloth, and avoiding all liquid cleaners or chemical polishes.
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