Safe
Thomas Perry and Son Ltd.
Category
Metalwork
Date
Unknown
Materials
cast iron
Measurements
825 x 660 mm
Place of origin
Bilston
Collection
Calke Abbey, Derbyshire
NT 289370
Summary
A large mauve and black cast iron safe. Square in shape, a heavy door in the front with handle and brass plate bearing the maker's name, 'THOMAS PERRY [AND] SON LIMITED, HITCHFIELD WORKS, IMPROVED FIRE RESISTING SAFE/BILSTON'. The inside is painted green and has tall compartments for papers and two small drawers underneath. The exterior of the safe has been damaged by damp.
Marks and inscriptions
THOMAS PERRY [and] SON LIMITED, HITCHFIELD WORKS, IMPROVED FIRE RESISTING SAFE/BILSTON (cast on centre front plate)
Makers and roles
Thomas Perry and Son Ltd., manufacturer