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19th Century English Victorian Hand Painted Letter Box, Dated 1890

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Unusual 19th century letter box with whimsical ink decoration inside and out, signed and dated 1890. With wonderfully naive ink decoration, including a Chimera being ridden by a sprite blowing an elaborate horn. Also a lovely small Dutch style landscape and seascape inside. Signed with the monogram LH and dated 1829-1890. Also signed on the bottom in pencil with monogram and name that I can't make out. Two slots on top for letters and a small working lock and key. A wonderful unique piece of Victoriana with personalized decoration. Measures: 8.5 inches wide, 6.5 high, 5 deep.

Dimensions:

Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)

Style:

Victorian (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Wood,Hand-Painted,Painted

Place of Origin:

England

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1890

Condition:

Some old fill and minor repairs show that this piece was well loved.

Seller Location:

Stamford, CT

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU803032315692

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