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A Victorian English oak 6 sided Country house letter box

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A Victorian English oak 6 sided Country house letter box, with single draw to the base and silver plated handle. English Circa 1865 Designed as a six-sided pedestal box, it was intended for use in an affluent country house, where the proper dispatch of correspondence was both a matter of necessity and a symbol of status. The letter box boasts a beautifully hand-carved domed top adorned with acanthus leaf motifs and a prominent, turned finial. This intricate carving adds a sense of architectural flourish, characteristic of mid-Victorian decorative arts. Just below the finial, a row of turned beading. The six sides taper gently towards the base and are crafted from richly grained, honey-toned English oak. Each panel is framed with finely finished mouldings, giving the piece a refined and well-balanced presence. To the front, a cast metal plaque marked “LETTERS” sits above a glazed slot that originally displayed the post schedule or collection times. Below, a secure lockable door would have allowed the household’s butler or postmaster to collect letters for delivery. A single pull-out drawer is discreetly integrated into the stepped, hexagonal plinth base and features a silver-plated knob, likely used for additional storage of stamps, writing supplies, or keys.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.49 in (49.5 cm)Width: 10.08 in (25.6 cm)Depth: 10.08 in (25.6 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1865
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lymington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU973045370752

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