The locking cover enclosing velvet-lined interior, the whole cage work cast with two handles. The brass chased with scrolls and foliage and the lid further set with a porcelain plaque paninted with a scene of a country lady reading a letter, with her suitor behind a hedge.
Complete with working lock and original key.
This item is of superb quality is incredibly rare, and will instantly enhance any desktop.
Provenance:
Property from a private collection of a distinguished American lady, Eaton Square, London.
Condition:
In really excellent l condition, having been cleaned and polished in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 12 x Width 22 x Depth 12
Dimensions in inches:
Height 5 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 5 inches
Our reference: A1836
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