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Curved Lid Chest
About the Item
CURVED LID CHEST
ORIGIN : SPAIN
PERIOD : EARLY 16th CENTURY, CA. 1500
Height : 49 cm
Length : 106 cm
Depth : 42 cm
Softwood
Wrought iron, nails, hasp lock
This fine chest or travel case is made of softwood. Its oblong shape is topped by a curved lid. The adze cut planks structure is strenghtened with metallic hinges and small flower shaped nails. On the facade is located a hasp lock while on both lateral sides are placed handles.
This kind of chests is frequently used from the Gothic era onwards in the south of France and in Spain.
- Dimensions:Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 41.74 in (106 cm)Depth: 16.54 in (42 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1500
- Condition:Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Saint-Ouen, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3115330452912
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