A beautiful English lithographed box, circa 1910-1920, signed by William Mitchell , one of Birmingham's most renowned manufacturers. Model Anglo French No. 0557F from the Pedigree Pens range, illustrated with a portrait of William Mitchell and the inscription "The pens with a pedigree." The red and black typography is typical of Edwardian pens, with gilt borders. The interior contains approximately three-quarters of the pen's nibs, from various sources, including Mitchell, Perry & Co., and Blanzy-Poure.
✦ Origin: Birmingham & London, United Kingdom ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1910–1920 ✦ Dimensions: 7 × 5.5 × 3 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed cardboard ✦ Contents: Approximately 3/4 mixed antique pen nibs (different brands) ✦ Condition: Very good condition, crisp and bright decor, slightly rubbed corners, clean and partially upholstered interior
A typical early 20th-century box, a symbol of English industrial refinement in the production of writing instruments.
