A Large c.1900 Black Painted Steel Deed Box: “Trustees of Joseph Robinson Deceased” sub-Rugs- Carpets & Textiles this piece finds finesse in

this piece finds finesse in that very balance

Generally made of mahogany

and the overall impact is of a beautifully made and handsome object

” They offer a rare insight into the lower classes of the late 19th century

having two maidens in hooded gowns with their eyes shut in respect and mourning each holding a funerary wreath and flanking a central cartouche with the Latin text

A Large c.1900 Black Painted Steel Deed Box: “Trustees of Joseph Robinson Deceased” sub-Rugs- Carpets & Textiles this piece finds finesse inOrigin: English Period: Early Twentieth Century Provenance: Unknown Date: c. 1900 05 Height: 18 inches Width: 24 inches Depth: 18 inches In original condition, the large rectangular container hand painted in gilt Trustees of Joseph Robinson Deceased, the steel black painted, with the original drop handles, the whole designed to be portable, yet strong, In un restored form the box is clean and benefits from its slightly distressed look, the black paint