Antique 3-Drawer Heavy Riveted Steel Strongbox with Japanned Handles tea cart This sign features white graphics

This sign features white graphics and lettering on a blue field

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

Please note that the shade is in some places a bit bent out of shape but due to this pieces aluminum construction if can be easily bent into place post purchase

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

Artist: Auguste Moreau (1834-1917

Antique 3-Drawer Heavy Riveted Steel Strongbox with Japanned Handles tea cart This sign features white graphicsDense, 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