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Lot 213

A Iron Strongbox
17th Century, Probably German

23 May 2018, 10:30 BST
London, Knightsbridge

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A Iron Strongbox
17th Century, Probably German

Of rectangular form and heavy construction, the hinged lid carrying an elaborate internal lock mechanism working seven independent bolts operated by a key through a central escutcheon with hinged cover on the outside, the mechanism covered by ward-plates now painted red and each pierced and engraved with symmetrical foliage, hinged front straps engaging with staples on the lid, the sides and lid reinforced with wide riveted (one rivet-head detached) straps forming a trellis, the front with dummy keyhole plate embossed and pierced with foliage, and partly writhen drop handle on each side (exterior paint chipped); together with a spare key (3)
77.3 cm. wide, 42.3 cm. deep, 42 cm. high

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