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Octagonal Country House Oak Pillar Post Box, C.1900
Harrington Antiques
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Octagonal Country House Oak Pillar Post Box, C.1900

1900 - 1920
Description

A superb country house solid oak pillar post box, c.1900.

The post box is of octagonal form, with a shuttered brass postal slot engraved 'LETTERS', painted in red. Original 'Post Leaves' sign present within the original brass mounted glazed holder. The door is secured with a Bramah lock and key. All elements are in perfect working order.

An outstanding example.

Dimensions:-

Height: 38cm

Width: 27cm

Depth: 27cm

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UK Mainland: FREE

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Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

Harrington Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Post Box to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227895
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8008
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Description
A superb country house solid oak pillar post box, c.1900.
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The post box is of octagonal form, with a shuttered brass postal slot engraved 'LETTERS', painted in red.
Harrington Antiques

Original 'Post Leaves' sign present within the original brass mounted glazed holder. The door is secured with a Bramah lock and key. All elements are in perfect working order.

An outstanding example.

Dimensions:-

Height: 38cm

Width: 27cm

Depth: 27cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Post Box to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1227895
Dealers Internal Ref
8008
Harrington Antiques
Harrington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2021

Antiques & decorative interior pieces.

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An octagonal oak tabletop post box featuring a brass letter slot marked LETTERS and a key-locked front door with a collection schedule frame.
Octagonal Country House Oak Pillar Post Box, c.1900
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Country house pillar post boxes are tabletop or hall accessories used in large private residences around 1900 to hold outgoing mail for collection by household staff or postal workers. Designed to mirror public street pillar boxes, they kept domestic correspondence organised.

These domestic post boxes were typically crafted from hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, complemented by brass hardware including cast letter slots, key locks, and collection timetable frames.

Authentic period examples feature original brass hardware, working lock mechanisms, and period-appropriate joinery. They display natural patination on both timber and metal surfaces, alongside original printed collection card inserts.

Position the post box on an entryway console table, hallway sideboard, or home office desk. It serves as a functional focal point for incoming mail or stationery storage while providing historical interest.

Dust the wooden structure regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply beeswax polish periodically along the grain. Avoid chemical cleaners on brass fitments to preserve their natural oxidised patina.
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