Antique Gentleman's Travelling Box, Anglo Indian, Correspondence Case, Victorian

Our Stock # 18.8872

This is an antique gentleman's travelling box. An Anglo-Indian, teak and brass bound correspondence case, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.

Delightful colonial interest, perfect for the golden age of luxury travel
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Select teak shows fine grain interest and deep caramel hues
Accentuated with brass bound corners, showing golden tones

Attractive inlaid lid, with a boxwood shield form surrounding a brass quarterfoil
To the reverse, an original mirror plate presents a clear, bright reflection
The mirror lifts to reveal a suite of document slides, held securely by a sliding clasp

Glass door lifts open to reveal a small selection of storage trays
Decorated with small pierced brackets, the front tray lifts out for ease of access
Dressed to the front fascia with an inset quaterfoil lock escutcheon — key absent

This is a fascinating antique gentleman's travelling box, with quality craftsmanship and a suite of useful features to aid the convenience of long journeys away from home. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 23cm (9'')
Max Depth: 28.5cm (11.25'')
Max Height: 12cm (4.75'')

Mirror Plate Width: 12cm (4.75'')
Mirror Plate Height: 16.5cm (6.5'')

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Our Ref: 18.8872