Unusual antique Japanese cash till or ballot box

Boxes

£65

Anywhere in the UK (£10)

Description

Unusual little antique Japanese box with a slotted lid for use as a cash till or possibly a ballot box. Looks to be made of elm, probably around 1910. The top section lifts off. There's a metal lock on the front but unfortunately we have no key: it's a type we don't use here but perhaps one could be found. Perhaps a decorative object more than a useful one though maybe you can think of something. Condition is pretty good structurally: we've replaced a retaining bar underneath. Cosmetically there are various marks, chips and scuffs of age though nothing too bad. Dimensions: 24cm x 45cm x 32cm high

1910s

Materials: Elm, Wood

Width: 23 centimetres

Depth: 45 centimetres

Height: 32 centimetres