Case, Toilet Bottle

Name/Title

Case, Toilet Bottle

Entry/Object ID

2006.012.0006

Description

Toilet case made from mahogany banded with brass bands. Top is inlaid with engraved brass plate monogrammed: "JE from a friend." Inside the lid is a velvet flap that folds down to reveal a leather document folder and removable mirror that could double as a very small desk. The red leather pocket is embossed: "Edwards manufacturer to the King, 21 King Street., Bloomsbury, London." The box has two levels. The top is a leather tray holding cosmetic bottles, jars, and small accessories. The bottom level holds glove and button hooks and related equipment. Only one or two such hooks remain.

Dimensions

Width

25 in

Depth

15 in

Material

Mahogany and brass