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1790 Gillows Cuban Hardwood Library Secretaire Desk Writing Table I Bramah Lock
1790 Gillows Cuban Hardwood Library Secretaire Desk Writing Table I Bramah Lock

1790 Gillows Cuban Hardwood Library Secretaire Desk Writing Table I Bramah Lock

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1790 George III Library writing desk secrataire by Gillows of Lancaster and London A rare find, looking through Gillows of ...

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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk
Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk

Antique Victorian English Bramah Leather Fold-out Correspondence Writing Desk

By Joseph Bramah

Located in Reading, Berkshire

With Esteemed Locksmith "Bramah" Lock, no key. Exquisite Gift For The Writing Enthusiast.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Fine Quality Antique Stationary Box
Fine Quality Antique Stationary Box

Fine Quality Antique Stationary Box

Located in Ipswich, GB

Fine quality antique stationary box having a quality mahogany rectangular box with original brass carrying handles, the hinged lid opens to reveal the fitted interior with a writing ...

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Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved
Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved

Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved

Located in Lisse, NL

The box features two front doors—one with its original Bramah lock, marked “Bramah Improved”, a renowned name in high-security locks since the 18th century.

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Desks

Materials

Brass

Circa 1815 Regency Period Chiffonier, English
Circa 1815 Regency Period Chiffonier, English

Circa 1815 Regency Period Chiffonier, English

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Brass upper gallery edge, well turned brass supports for the upper tier and brass grillwork for the double doors finished with a brass molded edge & Bramah lock. Pleated fabric b...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique English Oak Metamorphic Rise & Fall Cocktail Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar
Antique English Oak Metamorphic Rise & Fall Cocktail Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar

Antique English Oak Metamorphic Rise & Fall Cocktail Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar

Located in Norwich, England

The key now works the Bramah lock on one side of the lid only. But due to the way the lid has been designed, the side that does not lock is not able to be opened when the cabinet is ...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

19th Century English William IV Mahogany Library Table With Leather Top
19th Century English William IV Mahogany Library Table With Leather Top

19th Century English William IV Mahogany Library Table With Leather Top

Located in London, GB

A Most Unusual William IV Library Table Constructed using flamed San Domingo mahogany, the leather-lined rectangular top with lambs tongue carved moulding, supported on a single ped...

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Antique 19th Century English William IV Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique English Tantalus by George Betjemann in Coromandel
Antique English Tantalus by George Betjemann in Coromandel

Antique English Tantalus by George Betjemann in Coromandel

By George Betjemann & Sons

Located in Northampton, GB

The Art Deco Tantalus comes complete with a fully working Bramah lock and tasselled key.

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century Georgian Mahogany Wellington Chest of Drawers
Early 19th Century Georgian Mahogany Wellington Chest of Drawers

Early 19th Century Georgian Mahogany Wellington Chest of Drawers

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

The drawers are flanked by pilasters, with the right-hand pilaster serving as a locking mechanism for the drawers, secured by a working Bramah lock and key.

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Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Rosewood And Brass Inlaid Campaign Dressing Box
Regency Rosewood And Brass Inlaid Campaign Dressing Box

Regency Rosewood And Brass Inlaid Campaign Dressing Box

Located in Essex, MA

Conforming case with flush side handles and Bramah lock and key. Likely once owned by Rear Admiral Sir George Johnstone Hope a close personal friend of Admiral Nelson.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

William IV period chiffonier
William IV period chiffonier

William IV period chiffonier

Located in Cheshire, GB

The doors are fitted with a Bramah lock and working key, a hallmark of quality craftsmanship from this period.

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Antique 19th Century British Sideboards

Materials

Maple

Antique Georgian Period Leather Top Writing Table / Desk
Antique Georgian Period Leather Top Writing Table / Desk

Antique Georgian Period Leather Top Writing Table / Desk

Located in London, GB

It stands on beautifully turned legs with brass casters, the drawers have high quality brass handles & the main drawer has the original Bramah Lock which is always a sign of a top qu...

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Antique Early 1800s British George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

The original locks have had a new key cut for them that works for all the locks, except the lock on the upper right drawer. The lock on the upper right drawer is a bramah lock which ...

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Antique 1840s British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Three Cut Crystal Decanter Inlaid Mahogany Tantalus & Games 19th Century
Antique Three Cut Crystal Decanter Inlaid Mahogany Tantalus & Games 19th Century

Antique Three Cut Crystal Decanter Inlaid Mahogany Tantalus & Games 19th Century

Located in London, GB

The 1800s saw our Victorian predecessors apply the King’s name to the lockable decanter. Bramah is London's oldest security company. 

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Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Barware

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique Satin Wood Three Cut Crystal Decanter Tantalus & Games 19th Century
Antique Satin Wood Three Cut Crystal Decanter Tantalus & Games 19th Century

Antique Satin Wood Three Cut Crystal Decanter Tantalus & Games 19th Century

Located in London, GB

The 1800s saw our Victorian predecessors apply the King’s name to the lockable decanter. Bramah is London's oldest security company. 

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Tableware

Materials

Crystal, Brass

19th Century English Mahogany Bombé Shape Wine Cooler by Holland & Sons
19th Century English Mahogany Bombé Shape Wine Cooler by Holland & Sons

19th Century English Mahogany Bombé Shape Wine Cooler by Holland & Sons

By Holland & Sons

Located in London, GB

A wine cooler by Holland & Sons Constructed in mahogany, rising from swept cabriole legs with castors; the bombe and serpentine form body having a lockable cover, with a Bramah l...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Wine Coolers

Materials

Silver Plate

Circa 1820 English George IV Period Cellarette
Circa 1820 English George IV Period Cellarette

Circa 1820 English George IV Period Cellarette

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Well molded and shaped top and feet. Bramah lock. Ideal as a coffee table, side table, or under a grand sideboard.

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Antique 1820s English George IV Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather, Writing Case, Victorian, C.1890
Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather, Writing Case, Victorian, C.1890

Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather, Writing Case, Victorian, C.1890

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Graced with a suite of features and appealing dark finish Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Bound throughout in deep black leather with a lightly weathere...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Antique Travelling Vanity Case, English, Coromandel, Jewellery Box, Victorian
Antique Travelling Vanity Case, English, Coromandel, Jewellery Box, Victorian

Antique Travelling Vanity Case, English, Coromandel, Jewellery Box, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Striking example with a suite of wonderful storage and vanity items Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Select coromandel stocks present superior grain inte...

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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Glass, Wood

Entertainment Humidor, Games Box and Drinks Compendium English Victorian
Entertainment Humidor, Games Box and Drinks Compendium English Victorian

Entertainment Humidor, Games Box and Drinks Compendium English Victorian

Located in Northampton, GB

Among the contents of the box is the original Bramah key. In order to unlock, press into the barrel of the lock, maintain pressure and turn counterclockwise.

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Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Banker's Chest of Drawers, English, Oak, Tallboy, Maple & Co, Victorian
Antique Banker's Chest of Drawers, English, Oak, Tallboy, Maple & Co, Victorian

Antique Banker's Chest of Drawers, English, Oak, Tallboy, Maple & Co, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Exceptional craftsmanship with rich colour and a suite of features Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order Select oak stocks present fine grain interest and rich bisc...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Oak

19th C. Coromandel & Silver-Mounted Vanity Case Retailed By Mayer & Co Liverpool
19th C. Coromandel & Silver-Mounted Vanity Case Retailed By Mayer & Co Liverpool

19th C. Coromandel & Silver-Mounted Vanity Case Retailed By Mayer & Co Liverpool

Located in Dublin, IE

The case retains its original key and working Bramah lock. Retailed by Mayer & Co., Liverpool Hallmarked London, 1865 Engraved retailer’s plaque: Mayer & Co., Liverpool Condition...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique Correspondence Box, Irish, Walnut, Writing Slope, Austin, William IV
Antique Correspondence Box, Irish, Walnut, Writing Slope, Austin, William IV

Antique Correspondence Box, Irish, Walnut, Writing Slope, Austin, William IV

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Railey in September 1833 Also engraved with Austin, Maker - likely George Austin of Dublin, a 19th century writing slope specialist Opens to reveal a beautifully appointed interior,...

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Antique 1830s Irish William IV Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Tantalus by George Betjemann & Sons
English Victorian Tantalus by George Betjemann & Sons

English Victorian Tantalus by George Betjemann & Sons

By George Betjemann & Sons

Located in Northampton, GB

The Decanters have a beautiful quilt cut pattern in both large and miniature form with star cut bases and circular cut stoppers.The Tantalus dates to the Art Deco period circa 1920 ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Brass Bound Oak Cigar Humidor 19th Century
Antique Victorian Brass Bound Oak Cigar Humidor 19th Century

Antique Victorian Brass Bound Oak Cigar Humidor 19th Century

Located in London, GB

Bramah made their first lock in 1784 and the patent was awarded in 1787.

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Oak, Cedar

19C English Naval Captain's Sea Chest
19C English Naval Captain's Sea Chest

19C English Naval Captain's Sea Chest

Located in Dallas, TX

He became a salesman for one of America’s foremost lock manufacturers – Jones & Newell in 1840. He travelled to London for the 1851 Great Exhibition and caused a storm when he manage...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Regency Mahogany Architect's Table by Gillows, England, circa 1815
Regency Mahogany Architect's Table by Gillows, England, circa 1815

Regency Mahogany Architect's Table by Gillows, England, circa 1815

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in London, GB

A pair of faux-drawers with pierced brass handles and a Bramah lock conceal a fall-front writing surface lined in leather, accompanied by a fitted pen tray and pair of inkwells.

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Coromandel Writing/ Stationary Cabinet by Houghton and Gunn 19th Century
Antique Coromandel Writing/ Stationary Cabinet by Houghton and Gunn 19th Century

Antique Coromandel Writing/ Stationary Cabinet by Houghton and Gunn 19th Century

By William Houghton and Charles Gunn

Located in London, GB

Complete with working Bramah lock, the lock is stamped Batson for Henry John & Albert Edward Batson.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann
Antique Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann

Antique Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann

By George Betjemann & Sons

Located in Northampton, GB

This Betjemann decanter box comes complete with a fully working bramah lock and tasselled key. George Betejemann & Sons was a celebrated British firm of cabinet makers and retailers...

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Antique Late 19th Century British High Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Antique Hobbs & Co. London Regency Style Exotic Zebra Wood Collector's Cabinet
Antique Hobbs & Co. London Regency Style Exotic Zebra Wood Collector's Cabinet

Antique Hobbs & Co. London Regency Style Exotic Zebra Wood Collector's Cabinet

By Hobbs & Co.

Located in Forney, TX

He became a salesman for one of America’s foremost lock manufacturers – Jones & Newell in 1840. He travelled to London for the 1851 Great Exhibition and caused a storm when he manage...

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Cabinets

Materials

Brass

c. 1880 English Coromandel Brass Mounted Jewelry Box
c. 1880 English Coromandel Brass Mounted Jewelry Box

c. 1880 English Coromandel Brass Mounted Jewelry Box

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1880 coromandel brass mounted jewelry box, English. Bramah's patent lock, London. Goth revival strapwork mounts are of fine quality.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

English c. 1835 Coromandel Jewelry Box
English c. 1835 Coromandel Jewelry Box

English c. 1835 Coromandel Jewelry Box

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

"Secret" release tray in base. Bramah type lock. Brass engraving shield, no monogram.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

A Fine George IV Period Rosewood Open Bookcase or Bookstand with Cupboard c.1825
A Fine George IV Period Rosewood Open Bookcase or Bookstand with Cupboard c.1825

A Fine George IV Period Rosewood Open Bookcase or Bookstand with Cupboard c.1825

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

The piece has three open sides for the display of books or objects but, unusually, the fourth side is a cupboard with a panelled door and Bramah-type lock. The piece is veneered in t...

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Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Early 20th Century "Lawyers Coffin", Serving Table with Hidden Bar Compartment
Early 20th Century "Lawyers Coffin", Serving Table with Hidden Bar Compartment

Early 20th Century "Lawyers Coffin", Serving Table with Hidden Bar Compartment

Located in Greven, DE

"London" functioned as a seal of quality for craftsmanship, comparable to designations such as "á Paris" in the 19th century or "made in Germany" in the late 20th century. The reces...

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Early 20th Century English Georgian Serving Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Pedestal Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

In 1851 he was sent to the Great Exhibition in London where he successfully picked the famous Chubb and Bramah locks. ( "Great Lock Controversy" .) Assisted by his newly won fame an...

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Antique 1880s Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century
Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century

Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kidney Desk 19th Century

Located in London, GB

In 1851 he was sent to the Great Exhibition in London where he successfully picked the famous Chubb and Bramah locks. ( "Great Lock Controversy" .) Assisted by his newly won fame an...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Teapoy English William iv Rosewood Work Box, 19th Century, circa 1835
Antique Teapoy English William iv Rosewood Work Box, 19th Century, circa 1835

Antique Teapoy English William iv Rosewood Work Box, 19th Century, circa 1835

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Superb color in the polished rosewood finish Grain interest throughout with a desirable aged patina Canted lid and broad frieze in good proportion footed with carved decoration Fe...

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Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Tea Caddies

Materials

Rosewood

Victorian Walnut Stationery Cabinet, 19th Century
Victorian Walnut Stationery Cabinet, 19th Century

Victorian Walnut Stationery Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in GB

Son & Nephew. Liverpool" and the lock is stamped "Bramah London". The top hinges vertical and the front falls forward and then hinges open again to the leather covered writing sur...

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Antique 19th Century English Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

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Antique Walnut Brass Army and Navy Decanter Box, 19th Century
Antique Walnut Brass Army and Navy Decanter Box, 19th Century

Antique Walnut Brass Army and Navy Decanter Box, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 11.25 in W 9.75 in D 5.75 in

Antique Walnut Brass Army and Navy Decanter Box, 19th Century

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Antique Walnut decanter with brass edging with a vacant initial plate on the top and brass escutcheon Bramah Lock. The interior is lined with a blue velvet and houses two crystal...

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Antique 19th Century British Serving Pieces

Materials

Brass

Burr Walnut Brass Jewelry Box, 19th Century
Burr Walnut Brass Jewelry Box, 19th Century

Burr Walnut Brass Jewelry Box, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 9 in W 8 in D 8 in

Burr Walnut Brass Jewelry Box, 19th Century

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

This jewelry box comes complete with a fully working Bramah Lock and tasseled key. This lock requires the key to be pressed into it whilst turning clockwise to unlock.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Jewelry Cabinet by Betjemann & Son, 19th Century
Antique Jewelry Cabinet by Betjemann & Son, 19th Century

Antique Jewelry Cabinet by Betjemann & Son, 19th Century

By Betjemanns & Sons

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Finished with applied ornate gilded brass mounts, carry-handles and Bramah lock. The doors open to reveal three jewelry drawers, the two lower ones with removable jewelry trays l...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Regency Mahogany Wine Cooler
Regency Mahogany Wine Cooler

Regency Mahogany Wine Cooler

Unavailable

H 22 in W 34 in D 21.5 in

Regency Mahogany Wine Cooler

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Belfast, IE

Still retaining original brass Bramah lock, hinges & adjustable lid stay. The well carved lion paw feet retaining original concealed sunk castors.

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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

An English Military Campaign chest on chest c1850
An English Military Campaign chest on chest c1850

An English Military Campaign chest on chest c1850

Unavailable

H 37.01 in W 39.38 in D 18.12 in

An English Military Campaign chest on chest c1850

Located in London, GB

All the fittings are brass and it is also fitted with a BRAMAH lock on the right top drawer (as is the tradition).

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Antique 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Victorian Oak Decanter Box
Victorian Oak Decanter Box

Victorian Oak Decanter Box

Unavailable

H 9.6 in W 8.3 in D 4.6 in

Victorian Oak Decanter Box

Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

The oak box and decanters are in good condition, the velvet lining shows signs of use and the bramah lock does not have a key, circa 1860 Measures: Height 24.5cm (9.6 inches) ...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Glass

Materials

Cut Glass, Oak

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel by Asprey
Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel by Asprey

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel by Asprey

Unavailable

H 7.5 in W 13 in D 9.5 in

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel by Asprey

By Asprey International Limited

Located in London, GB

The lower Bramah lock for the drawer has a conventional mechanism, and the original key operates both locks.

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Brass

William IV Satin Birch Chiffonier Bookcase
William IV Satin Birch Chiffonier Bookcase

William IV Satin Birch Chiffonier Bookcase

Unavailable

H 60.63 in W 50.394 in D 16.142 in

William IV Satin Birch Chiffonier Bookcase

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5149 Superb William IV two door chiffonier, having original brass gallery to the top of superstructure decorated with tapered columns with acanthus leaf carved capitols, attractive...

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Antique Early 19th Century Bookcases

Materials

Satin

Coromandel Dome Top Antique Jewelry Box
Coromandel Dome Top Antique Jewelry Box

Coromandel Dome Top Antique Jewelry Box

Unavailable

H 8.75 in W 14 in D 10.25 in

Coromandel Dome Top Antique Jewelry Box

Located in London, GB

The Bramah lock, with its original key, works perfectly.

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Oak 5-Drawer Collectors Cabinet with Brass Handles, Early 19th Century
Antique Oak 5-Drawer Collectors Cabinet with Brass Handles, Early 19th Century

Antique Oak 5-Drawer Collectors Cabinet with Brass Handles, Early 19th Century

Located in Ely, GB

*web source: ‘In 1784 Joseph Bramah, after attending some lectures on lock making, patented his first lock and set up the Bramah Locks Company at 124 Piccadilly, London.

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Antique Early 1800s British Early Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique Box in Kingwood with Brass Edging
Antique Box in Kingwood with Brass Edging

Antique Box in Kingwood with Brass Edging

Unavailable

H 6.75 in W 14.2 in D 11 in

Antique Box in Kingwood with Brass Edging

Located in London, GB

This handsome 1830's box is veneered in beautifully figured kingwood, and is enhanced by campaign brass handles, brass edging, and robust Bramah lock. The original owners initials of...

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Brass

Walnut Antique Jewelry Box with Drop Front and Concealed Drawers
Walnut Antique Jewelry Box with Drop Front and Concealed Drawers

Walnut Antique Jewelry Box with Drop Front and Concealed Drawers

Located in London, GB

The front flap of the box, with its gilded and engraved Bramah lock plate, drops forward to reveal two lower drawers.

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism
Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism

Unavailable

H 8.25 in W 13.5 in D 10.2 in

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism

Located in London, GB

It is veneered in remarkably figured coromandel wood and enhanced by fine brass edging and Bramah lock. This box features an extraordinary mechanism whereby the box cantilevers in...

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Brass

Victorian Leather Stationery Box
Victorian Leather Stationery Box

Victorian Leather Stationery Box

Unavailable

H 4.1 in W 15 in D 11.8 in

Victorian Leather Stationery Box

Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

The black leather exterior has a tooled decoration, a plated lock plate to the front with a military style folding handle and a Bramah lock and key.

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel by Leuchars
Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel by Leuchars

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel by Leuchars

Unavailable

H 8.25 in W 14 in D 10.5 in

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel by Leuchars

By William Leuchars

Located in London, GB

The interior rims of the box are inlaid with finely engraved brass corner mounts, matching the engraved concealed hinge covers and Bramah lock plates. The central maker's plate reads...

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Jewelry Box in Burr Walnut
Antique Jewelry Box in Burr Walnut

Antique Jewelry Box in Burr Walnut

Unavailable

H 8.75 in W 14.5 in D 10.2 in

Antique Jewelry Box in Burr Walnut

By Asprey International Limited

Located in London, GB

To the front of the box is a large pullout drawer made from solid satinwood and lockable by its own independent Bramah lock. It has a velvet-lined storage area, generous in size, and...

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Satinwood, Mirror

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism
Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism

Antique Jewelry Box in Coromandel with Betjemann Mechanism

By William Leuchars

Located in London, GB

This very special box, veneered in Coromandel, edged with brass and with its rare custom design Bramah lock, dates from the 1870's. It is the creation of George Betjemann, a class le...

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Antique 19th Century English Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Dressing Case in Coromandel by Betjemann & Sons
Antique Dressing Case in Coromandel by Betjemann & Sons

Antique Dressing Case in Coromandel by Betjemann & Sons

Unavailable

H 8.2 in W 13.5 in D 10 in

Antique Dressing Case in Coromandel by Betjemann & Sons

By George Betjeman & Sons

Located in London, GB

Everything about this 130-years old dressing case is original and untouched – the French polish, the velvet lining, the bottles and tools, even the key for the Bramah lock. This 1...

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Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique English Oak Campaign Box with Lock and Key Mounted on a New Stand
Antique English Oak Campaign Box with Lock and Key Mounted on a New Stand

Antique English Oak Campaign Box with Lock and Key Mounted on a New Stand

Located in Barrington, IL

Inside it is lined with dark blue felt. The lock is stamped Bramah Secure Patent, and is in good working order with original key, circa 1850.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Oak

Gentleman’s Watch Box and Cufflink Cabinet
Gentleman’s Watch Box and Cufflink Cabinet

Gentleman’s Watch Box and Cufflink Cabinet

Unavailable

H 12.6 in W 11.42 in D 11.42 in

Gentleman’s Watch Box and Cufflink Cabinet

By Tim Gosling

Located in London, GB

The piece locks using the finest lock, handcrafted by Bramah locks, an English company established in 1784.

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21st Century and Contemporary British Cabinets

Materials

Nickel

Walnut Stationery Cabinet
Walnut Stationery Cabinet

Walnut Stationery Cabinet

Unavailable

H 12.21 in W 17.33 in D 12.21 in

Walnut Stationery Cabinet

By Philip, Son & Nephew

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

Son & Nephew. Liverpool" and the lock is stamped "Bramah London". The top hinges vertical and the front falls forward and then hinges open again to the leather covered writing surface.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Antique Leather & Decorative Gilt Metal Table Top Travelling Chest Bramah Lock
Antique Leather & Decorative Gilt Metal Table Top Travelling Chest Bramah Lock

Antique Leather & Decorative Gilt Metal Table Top Travelling Chest Bramah Lock

Located in Norwich, England

The box has the original Bramah key, which works the lock. This does need a few turns to lock properly, but opens well.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Velvet

19th Century English Regency Antique Black Leather Writing Box with Bramah Lock
19th Century English Regency Antique Black Leather Writing Box with Bramah Lock

19th Century English Regency Antique Black Leather Writing Box with Bramah Lock

Located in Shippensburg, PA

A VERY FINE LEATHER BOUND STATIONARY WRITING BOX Lock inscribed Bramah, London, inkwell inscribed Berry’s Patent, plate inscribed MARC, March 25 1872 Item # 806PHI26 An unusually fi...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Regency More Desk Accessories

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Thuya wood box lined with velvet
Thuya wood box lined with velvet

Thuya wood box lined with velvet

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H 6 in W 13 in D 6.5 in

Thuya wood box lined with velvet

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine English brass bound thuya wood box, now lined in velvet, retaining its original Bramah lock. Circa 1840.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Boxes

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Amboyna Humidor
Edwardian Amboyna Humidor

Edwardian Amboyna Humidor

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H 4.75 in W 11 in D 8 in

Edwardian Amboyna Humidor

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

An Edwardian amboyna humidor by Andrew Barratt and Sons, 63 Piccadilly West, with ivories stringing and a fitted interior, the original Bramah lock.

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Antique Early 1900s English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Edwardian Amboyna Humidor
Edwardian Amboyna Humidor

Edwardian Amboyna Humidor

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H 4.75 in W 11 in D 8 in

Edwardian Amboyna Humidor

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

An Edwardian amboyna humidor by Andrew Barratt and Sons, 63 Piccadilly West, with ivories stringing and a fitted interior, the original Bramah lock.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Teak Brass-bound Chest
Teak Brass-bound Chest

Teak Brass-bound Chest

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H 30.5 in W 35.5 in D 24 in

Teak Brass-bound Chest

Located in London, GB

A FINE AND UNUSUAL ANGLO-INDIAN BRASS-BOUND TEAK CAMPAIGN CHEST, CIRCA 1830. The top drawer with Bramah lock, the lower drawers with shaped escutcheons.

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Victorian Burr Walnut and Brass Inlaid Writing Slope Box
Victorian Burr Walnut and Brass Inlaid Writing Slope Box

Victorian Burr Walnut and Brass Inlaid Writing Slope Box

Located in Altrincham, GB

Victorian Burr Walnut and Brass Inlaid Writing Slope Box Desk, with Bramah lock rectangular opening to reveal a leather writing surface, the cover with engraving plate - 19.5"w x 10"...

Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

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