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19th Century Wooden Letter Rack - Napoleon III

$503.22
£374.55
€420
CA$689.29
A$766.64
CHF 400.31
MX$9,329.15
NOK 5,112.62
SEK 4,794.73
DKK 3,197.31
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About the Item

A beautiful antique letter rack, made of Black ebonized wood, with brown patinated brass trims. Made in the late Napoleon III period in France, around 1870-1880. Bombay shaped front with brass plaque with a monogram H.L. The letter rack is in very good condition. Dimensions: 30 x 16 cm and 21 cm tall Free shipping worldwide
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 6.3 in (16 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870-1880
  • Condition:
    Repaired: The lower rim has been replaced by a gilt wood. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Casteren, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4904241489672

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