This fine example of 19th-century craftsmanship is a traveling dressing case, a luxury item designed for the affluent Victorian traveler to transport personal grooming and hygiene essentials. The box bears the mark of Samuel Fisher, a renowned cutler and dressing-case maker who established his business at 188 Strand in 1838. The exterior is crafted from polished mahogany, a preferred wood for high-end vanity boxes due to its durability and rich grain. The interior is typically lined with velvet or silk to protect the delicate contents. The case includes a variety of grooming tools such as silver-plated jars and glass bottles for colognes or creams. The specialized tools shown, such as the button hooks and tweezers, are often made of steel with handles of bone or ivory. Samuel Fisher's shop at 188 Strand was a prominent landmark near Arundel Street for over 70 years until the company was eventually liquidated in 1912. The address "188 Strand" is a key identifier for dating these pieces, as Fisher expanded to include 189 Strand around 1852-1853. The set is not complete, but the box is in fairly good condition with minor age related wear. Dimensions: 30.5cm (l) x 22.5cm (w) x 18cm (h)