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LATE 16TH CENTURY
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A German (Nuremberg) Etched Steel Casket
Late 16th Century
Rectangular on ball feet, the hinged lid with drop handle, its interior covered by a lock with triple spring bolts and central keyhole, the exterior etched throughout with panels framing scrolling foliage involving hounds, some pursuing other animals within borders of scrollwork, all against a dotted ground, the lock-plate engraved with scrollwork, with later key (slight wear to etching)
6in. (15.2cm.) wide
Late 16th Century
Rectangular on ball feet, the hinged lid with drop handle, its interior covered by a lock with triple spring bolts and central keyhole, the exterior etched throughout with panels framing scrolling foliage involving hounds, some pursuing other animals within borders of scrollwork, all against a dotted ground, the lock-plate engraved with scrollwork, with later key (slight wear to etching)
6in. (15.2cm.) wide
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.