An original mid-century silver gelatin studio photograph by professional photographer E.A. Meyer (23 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex).

Captures the interior craftsmanship of an antique metal safe / luxury jewelry cabinet, complete with hardware drawers, decorative metal fittings, and intricate locking mechanisms.

Studio Provenance: Features the official studio backstamp on the reverse ("E.A. Meyer, Lewes" alongside "Negative permanently filed"), plus period auction layout marks ("Sale 68 / Lot 112"). A great display piece for antique safe collectors, locksmithing historians, and East Sussex studio photography archives.

Item Specifics:

  • Photographer / Studio: E.A. Meyer, High Street, Lewes, East Sussex

  • Subject: Antique Metal Safe / Jewelry Cabinet Interior & Strongbox Drawers

  • Medium: Original B&W Silver Gelatin Studio Photographic Print

  • Dimensions: Approx. 8.25 in x 6.5 in (21 cm x 16.5 cm)

  • Markings: Official Lewes studio backstamp on reverse & archive lot numbers on front margin

Condition Report:

  • Excellent Vintage Condition: Exceptionally sharp, high-contrast detail across the ironwork, escutcheons, and drawer pulls.

  • Minimal edge handling marks consistent with age; free from tears, creases, folds, or fading. Please inspect gallery photos.

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