Late 19th Century Door Bell nugrape The piece is in excellent

The piece is in excellent condition with no wear

The top of the case is shielded by a glass pane that can be lifted up to access the contents

AF - 8279 - 031924

This piece features a large cubby for storing mail and other documents

Late 19th Century Door Bell nugrape The piece is in excellentEmbossed brass announcement bell. This piece is a precursor to what we now know as doorbells, which themselves are beginning to be phased out in favor of Ring and Nest Cams. But I digress; both pieces included here would have been wall mounted next to each other at a front door. The smaller piece with the lever would have been pulled up and let go so the porcelain knob would strike the bell and announce a visitor. Exhibits minor signs of wear