Furniture & Works of Art - 13th January 2009

Lot 433

An early Victorian rosewood and brass marquetry letter box

Estimate £250 - £350 | Hammer £240

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Description

An early Victorian rosewood and brass marquetry letter box, the hinged cover with an inset brass handle, inscribed 'E.M', with two pierced slits for 'Answered' and 'Unanswered', to a reel moulded edge and a paper lined divided interior, 5in (12.5cm) h, 8.25in (21cm) w, 6.25in (16cm) d.