Antique 3-Drawer Heavy Riveted Steel Strongbox with Japanned Handles tea cart The elevated footrest is in

The elevated footrest is in the form of a shoe print and includes a raised lip to catch the outsole and stop the heel from sliding forward

A small decal on the back of the instrument gives some selling points adding to the likeliness of this being a sales piece

likely constructed around 1910 with Victorian and Craftsman influences

MM - 11241 - 093024

The pyramidal shade opens upward to direct light towards the ceiling and outward

Antique 3-Drawer Heavy Riveted Steel Strongbox with Japanned Handles tea cart The elevated footrest is inDense, overbuilt steel strongbox constructed from folded and riveted plate, designed for secure storage of documents, cash drawers, or tools in early industrial and office settings. The exterior retains its original darkened, work worn surface with subtle pinstriped borders still visible along the case sides. A fixed steel carry handle anchors the top, reinforcing its purpose as a portable but rugged security piece. Inside, the box houses three