1900 Antique Empire Style Gilt Metal Letter Rack & Stamp Box Desk Set

Description

Antique Empire Style Gilt Metal Desk Set, Early 20th C. The set comprises one letter rack and one postage stamp … more Antique Empire Style Gilt Metal Desk Set, Early 20th C. The set comprises one letter rack and one postage stamp box. The rack has bracket supports and rectilinear panels with arched center. The panel exterior is decorated with a stylized flower encircled by beading and a wreath with festoons on reeded ground. The box is rectangular and has bracket supports and hinged cover with the same ornament. The sides have reeding and stylized flowers. The box interior is shallow and curved. Both unmarked. Stamp dispenser: 1-1/2" High, 3-1/2" Wide, 2" Deep. Total Weight: 2 lbs. 14 oz. less