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Arts & Crafts Oak Letter Box
Athey Antiques
for sale €345     $375
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Athey Antiques

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Arts & Crafts Oak Letter Box

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Athey Antiques
Description

Charming oak Arts & Crafts letter box / stationery box with decorative copper mounts.

With some marks / wear etc commensurate with age and use, overall this lovely, decorative box is in good sound condition.

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 6" 15 cm

Length 11.5" 39 cm

Depth 6.5" 16 cm

All sizes approximate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Athey Antiques has dated this Arts Crafts Oak Letter Box to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1111881
Dealers Internal Reference
ath3686
Description
Charming oak Arts & Crafts letter box / stationery box with decorative copper mounts.
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With some marks / wear etc commensurate with age and use, overall this lovely, decorative box is in good sound condition.
Athey Antiques

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 6" 15 cm

Length 11.5" 39 cm

Depth 6.5" 16 cm

All sizes approximate.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
39cm (15.35")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Arts Crafts Oak Letter Box to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1111881
Dealers Internal Ref
ath3686
Athey Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Athey Antiques Profile Page

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An antique Arts and Crafts solid oak letter box featuring decorative copper strap hinges, corner brackets, a top letter slot, and a central embossed copper plaque reading LETTERS.
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Archive I An antique Arts and Crafts solid oak letter box featuring decorative copper strap hinges, corner brackets, a top letter slot, and a central embossed copper plaque reading LETTERS.

Arts & Crafts oak letter box

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Athey Antiques
Telephone 01665 604229 or 07836 718350
Location
Castle Corner
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1JQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/athey
Verified Since Dec 2010
Items For Sale 124
Items Sold 2,083
Athey Antiques
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Location: Castle Corner, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1JQ, United Kingdom
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An antique Arts and Crafts solid oak letter box featuring decorative copper strap hinges, corner brackets, a top letter slot, and a central embossed copper plaque reading LETTERS.
Arts & Crafts oak letter box
Ref: SA1111881
An antique Arts and Crafts solid oak letter box featuring decorative copper strap hinges, corner brackets, a top letter slot, and a central embossed copper plaque reading LETTERS.
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Arts and Crafts letter boxes were designed during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as functional desktop receptacles for postal mail. They typically feature exposed oak grain, sturdy joinery, and hand-hammered copper or brass fittings with stylized plant motifs or gothic lettering.

Solid native hardwoods like quarter-sawn oak were the primary material, chosen for their durable nature and distinct grain patterns. Decorative elements were typically crafted from worked copper, brass, or wrought iron, often secured with exposed rivets or screws.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-finishing, such as hand-hammered metal surfaces, unvarnished oak with warm patination, and functional brass lock mechanisms. Look for honest construction techniques including hand-cut dovetails and flush-fitting brass hinges.

An oak letter box serves as a functional organiser for modern entryways, home offices, or hallway consoles. Positioned on a desk or sideboard, the warm wood tones and metalwork provide tactile contrast against contemporary minimalist surfaces.

Dust wood surfaces regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year to maintain moisture. Avoid harsh metal polishes on copper mounts, as preserving the natural aged patina maintains structural and historic integrity.
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