Lot 532

A heavy oak and iron armada chest, Tyrol, 1st half of the 16th century

Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A108kua | Live auction | 1169 Lots

Hammer price € 2,800

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Description

Rectangular chest made of heavy oak planks approximately 4 cm thick, lined with sheet iron inside and out, with the exterior additionally reinforced by riveted iron bands. Two round carrying handles on the sides. On the front, an iron padlock with a V-shaped keyway. Fully functional, with a matching hollow-bore key with a ring. The keyhole is covered by a drop bolt for an additional padlock. Additional secret locking mechanism with two tumblers, operated via a ring eyelet to the right of the lock. Dimensions 54 x 96 x 57 cm, weight 50 kg. Attention: Self-collection or please get a shipping quote prior to bidding!

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General Information

The auction starts on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10 am (CEST) with Lot no. 001 - 861 and continues on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10 am (CEST) with Lot no. 862 - 1172. The pre-sale view will take place from May 12 - May 15 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CEST). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.