Lot Essay
This strong box was supplied to Charles, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury (1753-1827), probably for his extensive travels on the continent where in 1792 he married Elizabeth Hoey at Bordeaux.
Various Properties
A GEORGE III BRASS AND STEEL STRONG BOX, the twin-panelled hinged lid with twin-locking system and horseshoe handle enclosing a red velvet-lined interior with pierced attachment holes to the base, above a plain panelled front and sides with carrying handles, the lid inscribed The Earl of Shrewsbury's/Iron Box, the key inscribed key to lord/shrewsbury's/Iron Box
Details
A GEORGE III BRASS AND STEEL STRONG BOX, the twin-panelled hinged lid with twin-locking system and horseshoe handle enclosing a red velvet-lined interior with pierced attachment holes to the base, above a plain panelled front and sides with carrying handles, the lid inscribed The Earl of Shrewsbury's/Iron Box, the key inscribed key to lord/shrewsbury's/Iron Box
12in. (30.5cm.) wide; 5in. (12.5cm.) high; 7in. (17¾cm.) deep
12in. (30.5cm.) wide; 5in. (12.5cm.) high; 7in. (17¾cm.) deep