Lot Essay
Compare with one in the Victoria and Albert Museum No.M.295 to 2-1912, with similar Gothic arched decoration and similar locking operation described as Flanders circa 1500-1520.
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EARLY 16TH CENTURY
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A GERMAN OR FLEMISH IRON STRONG BOX
EARLY 16TH CENTURY
With a domed top and studded riveted carcase, the end panels with decorative applied Gothic arches and side handles, the front with six hinged hasps, two with keyholes being revealed by moving rivets to be able to unlock the other hasps, the lock in the front of the chest is hidden by a plain steel liner
17 in. (43 cm.) high; 23 ¾ in. (60 cm.) long excluding handles
EARLY 16TH CENTURY
With a domed top and studded riveted carcase, the end panels with decorative applied Gothic arches and side handles, the front with six hinged hasps, two with keyholes being revealed by moving rivets to be able to unlock the other hasps, the lock in the front of the chest is hidden by a plain steel liner
17 in. (43 cm.) high; 23 ¾ in. (60 cm.) long excluding handles
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