A fine quality 19th Century Red Morocco Leather Despatch Box originally the property of David Douglas (1823-1916), the noted Edinburgh book publisher*, whose name, together with the city, is embossed on the bevelled top. It has a substantial top mounted swing handle and a working lock stamped Bramah London, and key, and it opens on sturdy 90º hinges displaying the leather lined interior with raised sides and stability studs.
Weight 1.85 kg
Measurements 36 x 19.5 x 13 cm
*David Douglas FRSE FSA (1823 – 1916) was a Scottish publisher in the 19th century. He was publisher of works by authors including John Stuart Blackie and Dr John Brown. In later life he formed half of the successful Edinburgh publishing business Edmonston & Douglas. The latter were responsible for a highly popular set of animal prints aimed at children
