Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1890s.
These boxes were for the collection of mail in grand hotels, private clubs and the homes of the aristocracy where a member of staff would collect the mail and take to the post, very civilized! The glass window at the bottom was for the staff to see if there was mail to be collected.
Excellent condition dating to the Victorian era, around 1890. Excellent condition with a footprint measuring 9" x 7" and stands 13 1/2" high. Complete with working tasseled key.
Item ID: 36147
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1890s.
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Antique English Letters Box in Oak with Brass C.1890
