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Antique Deed Box, English, Steel, Fall Front Keepsake Case, Office Storage, 1920

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This is an antique deed box. An English, steel fall front keepsake case, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Charming fall-front example with personalised detail Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout Steel plate presents a lightly time worn black paint finish Cream colour interior provides appealing contrast Inset lock to the fall front — lock inoperative, key present Fitted interior arranged as a wide compartment over a pair of smaller partitions Features the name Jas B. Davidson to the fascia Of portable weight at 7.9kg (17.41 lb) with carry handles to sides for ease of carriage This is an appealing antique deed box, with a usefully partitioned interior fitting. Delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 48.5cm (19'') Max Depth: 40.5cm (16'') Max Height: 29.5cm (11.5'') Upper Compartment Width: 45.5cm (18'') Upper Compartment Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'') Upper Compartment Height: 13.5cm (5.25'') Lower Compartment (x2) Width: 22.5cm (8.75'') Lower Compartment Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'') Lower Compartment Height: 13cm (5'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.62 in (29.5 cm)Width: 19.1 in (48.5 cm)Depth: 15.95 in (40.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 244531stDibs: LU2645340718422

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