USA, circa 1930s

Inspired by the designs of Cutler Architects, the first patent holder of mailbox chutes. Used in the lobbies of grand buildings.

Art Deco - The rectangular form with brass borders, green and red enamel “letter slot” over a locking rectangular cabinet front and art deco styled American eagle over an area for postage image and at the base marked U.S. Letter Box, the cabinet on large hinges.

Mounted on wall with oak panel (possibly from Ohio

State Capital Building). A mail chute was originally part of the design.

39" high x 19 1⁄2: wide x 5" deep

Condition: Good; unknown if original colors as most were all gold.

Literature: Art Deco Mailboxes, by Karen Greene &

Lynne Lavelle

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