Antique Correspondence Box, English, Leather, Travel - After Asprey - Victorian

This is an antique correspondence box. An English, aged leather travelling writing case in the manner of Asprey, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. Appealing Victorian leather writing box, with fascinating colour thast displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order. Patination to the quality leather, remnants of the original green tanning visible. Leather interior resplendent in the original green hue. Lid dressed with an inset brass carry handle and gold tooled C.B. monogram. Opens to reveal a tray insert with three compartments. Inset tray removable to access a useful, second storage space. The lid reverse hosts an X-shaped leather document holder Finished with a polished brass Bramah lock — untested, key absent. Unmarked as such, but the colour and quality redolent of Asprey of London. This is a delightful antique correspondence box, with an appealingly patinated leather outer and rich green interior. A treat for the desktop. Delivered ready for the home or on voyage. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques. Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help. Our Ref: 18.9815