Rare Edward VII Post Box c.1901-1910 by Andrew Handyside Ecclesiastical Carving Chloe also

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This antique jar from the private collection in Andalusia is the perfect combination of form and function

This well respected manufacturer sadly closed its doors as the 20th century came to an end

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Rare Edward VII Post Box c.1901-1910 by Andrew Handyside Ecclesiastical Carving Chloe alsoA rare Edward VII Post Box by makers Andrew Handyside of Derby c. 1901 1910. The Handyside foundry of Derby was originally known as the Britannia Works, Andrew Handyside bought the Britannia Iron Works in 1848, and manufactured several ornamental vases in classical purity, form and ornament. Receiving distinctions at the Great Exhibition in 1850, the quality of their casts were exceptional. It came as no surprise that they were contacted by Royal Mail