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19th C Country House Letter Box
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

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19th C Country House Letter Box

19th century
Description

A 19th Century Oak Letter Box.

The letter box with a bowed and chamfered raised back, with an inset gilt title 'LETTERS', over three likewise bowed divisions. The posting box with a slope front, with a brass mounted posting slot, and collection window. The lid opening with a lock and key, above the bevelled glass window. The posting box flanked by a pair of taller side divisions.

Height 15 3/4 inches, 40cm.

Width 15 inches, 38cm.

Depth 6 inches, 16cm.

Date circa 1880.

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
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Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Victorian Oak Letter Box to the 19th Century.

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SA895219
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22921
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Mytton Antiques

Norton Crossroads

Atcham

Shropshire SY44UH

01952740229

07860575639

Description
A 19th Century Oak Letter Box.
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The letter box with a bowed and chamfered raised back, with an inset gilt title 'LETTERS', over three likewise bowed divisions.
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

The posting box with a slope front, with a brass mounted posting slot, and collection window. The lid opening with a lock and key, above the bevelled glass window. The posting box flanked by a pair of taller side divisions.

Height 15 3/4 inches, 40cm.

Width 15 inches, 38cm.

Depth 6 inches, 16cm.

Date circa 1880.

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Victorian Oak Letter Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA895219
Dealers Internal Ref
22921
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008

Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.

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A Victorian carved oak country house letter box featuring tiered racks, carved lettering, a brass aperture slot, and a glass-panelled compartment.
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Archive I A Victorian carved oak country house letter box featuring tiered racks, carved lettering, a brass aperture slot, and a glass-panelled compartment.

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Telephone 01952 740 229 or 07860 575 639
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Atcham (just off J7 of M54)
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4UH
United Kingdom
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A Victorian carved oak country house letter box featuring tiered racks, carved lettering, a brass aperture slot, and a glass-panelled compartment.
19TH C COUNTRY HOUSE LETTER BOX
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A Victorian carved oak country house letter box featuring tiered racks, carved lettering, a brass aperture slot, and a glass-panelled compartment.
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Victorian country house postal boxes were introduced in large British estates during the 19th century to centralise outgoing mail. Guests and residents deposited letters inside, which were later collected by the estate butler or local postman.

These boxes were predominantly crafted from solid hardwoods such as English oak, mahogany, or walnut. They typically feature cast brass mail apertures, brass label holders, and internal locking mechanisms.

Authentic 19th-century examples display hand-cut joinery, period brass fittings showing natural patination, original key locks, and carved or stamped operational lettering like LETTERS or collection times.

Place the piece on an entry console table or executive writing desk to serve as a functional organiser for daily correspondence, stationery, and small personal accessories.

Maintain the wood finish by dusting regularly with a microfibre cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding abrasive chemicals or excessive moisture.
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