Survey Data
Reg No
14911024
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Post box
In Use As
Post box
Date
1880 - 1900
Coordinates
255509, 234151
Date Recorded
22/09/2004
Date Updated
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Description
Wall-mounted cast-iron post box, c.1890, with VR royal cipher and crown motif. Maker’s mark ‘W.T. Allen & Co. London’ to base. Mounted on a rendered gate pier to side of road.
Appraisal
The recognisable form and simple detailing of this post box illustrates the artistic qualities of mass production at the time of its casting. The high relief casting of the lettering and crown are well executed, adding artistic interest to this otherwise functional object. The royal cipher identifies the reign of Victoria (1837-1901). The London firm of founders, W.T. Allen & Co., was in operation from 1881-1955.