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Antique Travelling Vanity Box, English, Campaign Correspondence Case, Victorian
About the Item
This is an antique travelling vanity box. An English, leather bound campaign correspondence case, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
Delightfully comprehensive travelling case, with pleasing period finish
Displays a desirable aged patina throughout
Leather bound case with blue interior finish
Extends to reveal a suite of compartments and features
Brass shield lock escutcheon to front — key absent
Trio of opening lids dressed with small brass sliding clasps
Original mercury glass mirror in heavily aged condition - no longer reflective - fits neatly beneath the top compartment
Fold out handle for ease of carriage - engraved with registered mark
Two quality glass bottles with silver plate lids in very good order
This is an appealing antique travelling vanity or correspondence box. Well aged, with a fascinating extending form. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Closed Width: 23.5cm (9.25'')
Closed Depth: 18cm (7'')
Closed Height: 12cm (4.75'')
Fully Extended Width: 64cm (25.25'')
Fully Extended Depth: 59cm (23.25'')
Fully Extended Height: 13.5cm (5.25'').
- Dimensions:Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
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