Fine Georgian period campaign-style writing/document box, owned by a Royal Navy surgeon and retaining a group of family correspondence spanning the 19th century through the early 20th century.
The box bears a brass name plate engraved: “A. Cruickshank, Surgeon R.N.”
The Box:
Georgian period (circa late 18th / early 19th century) Solid wood construction with brass corner mounts Original interior with green baize writing surface and compartments Fitted interior including lidded compartment and inkwell spaces Campaign/travel form Contents (included):
Collection of handwritten letters (some 19th century examples) Early 20th century correspondence (including WWI-era references) Postal covers with stamps (UK & France) Telegram form and typed documents (1920s) Personal/family papers and notes Named references to Major A.L. Cruickshank (D.S.O., R.A.) ww1 Condition:
Box: honest antique condition with wear, marks, and patina Interior: complete with age wear and staining to baize Documents: mixed condition with folds, tears, and age toning Untouched estate find, sold as found Measurements (approx):
Georgian box reused by later generations Named Royal Navy medical officer Archive spans multiple periods (19th century through WWI era) Strong research and collector potential
