Art Deco 40 William Shakespeare Miniature Books Money Box

Art Deco 1930 Oak Secret Money Box with Complete Set of 40 William Shakespeare Miniature Leather-Bound Books A wonderfully unusual and highly collectible Art Deco oak secret money box, dating from the 1930s, cleverly disguised as an elegant desktop library and complete with a full set of 40 miniature leather-bound William Shakespeare books. This beautifully crafted piece serves not only as an attractive book display but also as a discreet hidden money box. The removable top lifts away to reveal a practical compartment designed for storing pens and pencils, making it an ideal desk accessory for the study, library, or office. The concealed money box is ingeniously hidden beneath the books. By removing the lid, gently raising one end and sliding the base, the secret compartment is revealed, containing four separate slots for storing coins or folded banknotes. Access to the contents is gained from the underside via the screwed base, ensuring the hidden compartment remains secure. The miniature books are a complete set of 40 William Shakespeare works, each beautifully bound in leather and published during the 1930s by Allied Newspapers, 200 Grays Inn Road, London WC1. Measuring just 5cm high, they create an impressive miniature library and perfectly complement the Art Deco design. This is a scarce and fascinating collector's item that combines Art Deco craftsmanship, practical design, and literary charm. Pieces of this quality and originality rarely come onto the market and would make an exceptional addition to any collection of antique treen, Art Deco furniture, or Shakespeare memorabilia. Details...... Date: 1930 Style: Art Deco Material: Solid Oak Overall Size: 44cm Long × 12.5cm Wide × 12.5cm High Books: Complete set of 40 miniature leather-bound William Shakespeare volumes Book Size: 5cm High Publisher: Allied Newspapers, 200 Grays Inn Road, London WC1 Condition: Great original condition A truly ingenious and decorative Art Deco desk piece, combining hidden storage with one of the finest miniature Shakespeare collections of its era. An exceptional talking point and a rare opportunity for collectors of unusual antiques, literary memorabilia, or Art Deco interiors.