An Edwardian novelty inkwell in the form of a miniature pillar box

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An Edwardian novelty inkwell in the form of a miniature pillar box The whole clad in red Morocco leather with gilt metal post hatch marked POST OFFICE and with Edward VII insignia and Collection times label, the hinged lid opening to reveal a catch fitted inkwell cover with inset glass ink well, 9.5cm high, 5cm wide For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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An Edwardian novelty inkwell in the form of a miniature pillar box

Lot 0155

Estimate £500-£800

Oct 6, 2026, 9:34 AM EDT

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£100

Vernacular Furniture, Naïve Art, and Textiles

Sep 28, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

London, UNITED KINGDOM, United Kingdom

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