A Victorian novelty metal combination pillar box,

A Victorian novelty metal combination pillar box,
by T.W. Hopkins, 22 New Bond Street, London circa 1880,
pillar post box form, a stamp compartment to the hinged top, the hinged top reveals a candlestick with a spring interior base, the front opens to reveal a swivelling candlestick and a card compartment, to the interior side of the door is a matchstick slot and striker, the base swings open to reveal an inkwell, on later felt stand, height 19.2cm.

Provenance: A Private Collection (Part II)