Lot 553
An Nuremberg iron armada Chest, mid 17th century
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
Rectangular body of sheet iron with riveted reinforcement straps. Original paint finish in black and yellow. A false keyhole with a curved plate on the obverse, flanked by two eyelets for padlocks. Two movable carrying handles on the sides. Lid with central keyhole, spring-loaded keyhole cover. Interior mechanism with seven moving tumblers, original hollow barrel key. Openworked cover plate with notch decoration, depiction of two “Meerweibern”. The interior lined with old red lead, a lockable inner drawer on the side with original hollow barrel key. Dimensions excluding handles and eyelets 40 x 75 x 42 cm. Attention: Self-collection or please get a shipping quote prior to bidding!Condition: II - Questions about the lot?