BARROW HEPBURN & GALE, Grange Mill S.E.1.
Mid Century Red Canvas Covered Despatch Box with rear brass swing handle, the bevelled top embossed with the insignia of Queen Elizabeth II and stamped 'Home Secretary'. Secure working lock with key.
Dimensions
46 x 30 x 10 cm
Originally the property of Gwilym Lloyd George (1894-1967), 1st Viscount Tenby, who served as Home Secretary from 1954 to 1957. He was the younger son of David Lloyd George, 1st Earl of Dwyfor, Prime Minister from 1915 to 1922.
Provenance: Estate of the late William Lloyd George, 3rd Viscount Tenby (1927-2023), the son of Gwylim Lloyd George and the grandson of David Lloyd George.