Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1880s.
Made from solid English Oak and dating to around 1880, late Victorian in era, the front has an engraved " Letters " plaque in solid brass and the collection times behind a glazed window, this can be changed from the inside.
The interior is quite spectacular, fitted for stationery and includes two sliding out shelves each holding in place the original tiny cut crystal and brass inkwells, there is also a drawer underneath for nibs, sealing wax and postage stamps.
The inside of the door is also fitted to hold various dip pens and pencils, the modest one you see in the photograph, I will leave included.
I am sad to have to offer this highly collectible gem for sale, never seen before and will probably never see again. Complete with working key.
The base diameter measures 7 1/8" and the box stands 13" tall to top of carved finial. Excellent condition.
Item ID: 32278
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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Rare and Spectacular Victorian English Postbox Formed Stationery Cabinet C.1880
