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19th Century English Victorian Hand Painted Letter Box, Dated 1890

$695
£516.65
€604.83
CA$971.94
A$1,085.27
CHF 566.11
MX$13,345.04
NOK 7,144.99
SEK 6,726.75
DKK 4,512.06
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Unusual 19th century letter box with whimsical ink decoration inside and out, signed and dated 1890. With wonderfully naive ink decoration, including a Chimera being ridden by a sprite blowing an elaborate horn. Also a lovely small Dutch style landscape and seascape inside. Signed with the monogram LH and dated 1829-1890. Also signed on the bottom in pencil with monogram and name that I can't make out. Two slots on top for letters and a small working lock and key. A wonderful unique piece of Victoriana with personalized decoration. Measures: 8.5 inches wide, 6.5 high, 5 deep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Some old fill and minor repairs show that this piece was well loved.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU803032315692

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