French Mailbox "Cupid and Lovers"
IMSA#: PMSE-005
Estimated Date: c. 1900
Country of Origin: France
Manufacturer: Unknown
Catalog No.: Unknown
Material: 900 silver with enamel decorations
Markings: "900" silver mark
Patent/Design No.: Unknown
Patent/Design Date: Unknown
Size (Inches): 1 7/8" by 1 1/4"
Reverse: Cypher initials of the original owner. See above photos
Description and Comments: This beautifully enameled art nouveau sterling safe was recently pictured in the October 2001 IMSA newsletter and is presumed to be of French origin. It is marked "900" and depicts two lovers looking into a reflection pond as Cupid stands close by. The lid is spring loaded and looks very much like a mailbox. Striker located at the bottom.
Submitted by: Julie L.
