19th Century Louis XV Style French Buffet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The piece includes a functional locking mechanism with original key, combining charm and practicality.
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lock Mechanism
Walnut, Wood
19th Century Louis XV Style French Buffet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The piece includes a functional locking mechanism with original key, combining charm and practicality.
Walnut, Wood
$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
Antique British Campaign Cabinet Chest of Drawers 1901
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Constructed of antique pine with absolutely beautiful aged patina. 5 drawers total. Brass lock mechanism is marked "Parkes & CO Willenhall 1901" Both sections are solid and useable.
Brass
French Walnut Inlaid Decorative Carved Ribbon and Floral Cask. Circa 1750
Located in Charleston, SC
French Walnut inlaid star blind door cask with carved molded edge cornice, centered floral shell medallion, flanking intertwined ribbon, floral, fruit, and tassel motifs, original ir...
Wrought Iron
$259Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Danish Silver Charm Bracelet with 5 Charms
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Easily adjustable to a smaller size due to the old lock mechanism. It is made from 826/1000 silver and is set with 5 charms: bell, four clover, horseshoe, pan and a small plaquette o...
Silver
Stunning Part Ebonized Egyptian Revival Jewellery Box, France, circa 1920
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The interior showing a stunning pale yellow silk lining, the base retaining its original and functioning lock mechanism & key.
Brass
English Regency Chinoiserie Gilt Figural & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table, C. 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
English Regency Chinoiserie ebonized paper mache tilt top tea table with decorative gilt figural, garden, birds, and foliage motif, interior circular mother of pearl inlays, scallope...
Brass
Victorian Burr Walnut Free Standing Pedestal Desk by Druce & Co
By Druce & Co.
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Victorian burr walnut free standing pedestal desk by Druce & Co, of rectangular form with a later green leather inset top above three disguised frieze drawers, each pedestal contai...
Leather, Walnut
Likely Antique Toleware Painted Tin Lock Box with Key, 19th Century
Located in Seattle, WA
The interior is simple and unlined, with a worn patina consistent with age and use. The lock mechanism appears intact, and the key fits securely.
Metal
18th Century Italian Walnut Two-Door Cupboard
Located in Milford, NH
An additional base with modern casters, as well as a cash drawer with locking mechanism on the back, were added at a later date.
Walnut
18th Century Large Pine Domed-Top Blanket Chest, German or Dutch
Located in Fullerton, CA
The large size makes this chest quite unique and very special. The locking mechanism does not work.
Iron
Antique British Colonial Steel Cabin Trunk with Original Patina, 1900s
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The trunk features a triple-latch closure system, all secured through a central locking mechanism, with additional provision for a padlock.
Steel
Very Good Georgian Burr Elm Sarcophagus Shaped Tea Caddy, U.K, circa 1800
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The highly figured case fitted with a hinged canted top with a cross-banded edge, opening to an interior housing twin lidded tea canisters flanking a period cut-glass mixing bowl, th...
Elm, Cut Glass
William IV Birds Eye Maple Wellington Chest by Holland & Sons
Located in Essex, MA
With squarish top with ebony stringing over seven graduated drawers with wood knobs and swinging lock mechanism which locks all drawers, raised on a plinth base.
Birdseye Maple
Exceptional 20th Century Danish Mahogany Filing Cabinet
By Mogens Koch
Located in Allerum, SE
A hallmark of its superior craftsmanship is the top-drawer locking mechanism, which secures the entire column of drawers beneath it.
Mahogany, Oak
Antique French Empire Mahogany White Marble Top Console Hall Table w/ Drawer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Item features hand carved columns, white carrara marble top and single dovetailed drawer (original lock mechanism removed and no longer functions.)
Marble
Georgian Sterling Silver Locking Double Cover Tea Caddy
By John Robins
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Weight 19.3 troy ounces/599g (including locking mechanism). Maker: John Robins. Origin: London, England.
Silver, Sterling Silver
Steel Engraved Nuremberg Money Chest or Cash Box circa 1600
Located in Milford, NH
This box is in very good condition, beautifully detailed with figures on all sides, with chasing even found on the underside of the lid behind the working lock mechanism, and its bal...
Steel
Antique Italian 17th Century Iron Box Lock with Eye of Providence
Located in Doha, QA
Equipped with its original spring-type rim lock mechanism and original key, the lock remains in fully operational condition, a rarity for its age.
Wrought Iron
Victorian Margin Glazed Pine Door With Etched Stained Glass
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Etched, obscured and patterned glass is set in the centre. It has the original locking mechanism but no key or knob. A decorative brass handle surround remains in place.
Stained Glass, Wood, Pine
Small Late 18th Century Swedish Pine Country Folk Art Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Healthy and solid. The lock mechanism also has an unusual construction – see picture.
Pine
Antique Art Deco Medical Dental Cabinet Blue Painted w/Mirror and 22 Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Item features a white milk glass surface, glass pulls, milk glass lined upper cabinet, marble trim to base and unique locking mechanism that can be found behind one of the drawers.
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Antique Wooden Display Cabinet with Glass Top
Located in Dekalb, IL
This handsome cabinet features dual framed glass doors with a locking mechanism, designed to showcase and protect your prized items in style.
Glass, Wood
Spanish Walnut Vargueno with Base, Hand-Carved, 18th Century, Spain
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
Description: Fitted with cast-iron mounts, the square section centred with large escutcheon, the locking mechanism slightly off centre to right, with two pendant drop handles flanki...
Iron
Mid 19 century hand carved mahogany tilt top table
Located in Allentown, PA
The top of the table has two solid brass locking mechanisms. The top of the table has a rich deep patina and is in near pristine condition.
Mahogany
Chinese Early Qing Dynasty Walnut Folding Table, 17th-18th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
The underside of the table equipped with an innovative locking mechanism to hold the legs in place when folded.
Walnut
19th Century Swedish Mid-Sized Iron Trunk Safe with Locks and Key
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique Swedish rectangular-shaped iron safe features three chunky padlocks which dangle open from the front top (note that these cannot be locked at this time as they have no w...
Metal, Iron
Antique Paper Mache Lacquered Trinket or Jewelry Box with Floral Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
The box has several small compartments inside with two small pull out boxes. The locking mechanism is intact, but there is no key.
Paper
19th Century French Iron Wine Cage from Burgundy with Lock and Key
Located in Dallas, TX
Excellent condition commensurate with age and use, with original patina throughout and a fully functional locking mechanism. Dimensions: 22"W x 21.5"D x 44.5"H
Iron
American Southern Mahogany and Leather Plantation Desk with Reeded Legs, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
Lower case consist of a single rectangular drawer with original wooden knobs, interior locking mechanism with key, and resting on turned bulbous reeded legs with the original brass b...
Mahogany, Leather, Poplar, Pine
Antique George III Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dimensions Length 13.5cm/5.3" Width 8.5cm/3.3" Height 13.6cm/5.4" Weight 12.5 troy ounces/387g (including locking mechanism) Maker: Unknown Date: 1792 Origin: London, Eng...
Sterling Silver
$1,117Sale Price / set|52% Off
Pair Antique Window / Doors From India With Metal Bars. 19th Century
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Complete with original hangings and metal mechanism for locking. The doors have panels and above the lock mechanism each door has three steel bars.
Steel
18th Century Italian Lacca Povera Valuables Cabinet
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Rare 18th Century Venetian Lacca Povera Valuables Table Top Cabinet - having two long drawers to the top and bottom of the cabinet, between which are eight short drawers flanking a...
Wood
$3,880Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century, English Pine Cabinet Hand Painted Trompe l'Oeil Paneling
Located in Atlanta, GA
The front cabinet doors each have a locking mechanism present and open to reveal 6 individual cabinets below a larger open shelf.
Pine, Paint
George III Mahogany Tilt Top Table, circa 1760
Located in valatie, NY
It has a brass sliding latch lock mechanism that keeps the table top stationary when open.
Mahogany
A Very Good 19th Century Killarney Ware Dresser Box, Ireland Circa 1870
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The interior surface of the lid showing four inlaid shamrock motifs centred by an inlaid marquetry oval reserve depicting Muckross Ruins, opening to a plain interior retaining what a...
Other, Brass
Regency Mahogany Tilt-top Table
Located in Kastrup, DK
The original tilt-top locking mechanism is preserved. The surface has been given a carefully preserved finish that respects the age of the piece and highlights its beautiful natural ...
Metal
Antique 17th Century Italian Cassone Wedding Chest with Hand-Carved Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
The hinges and hardware are wrought iron. The lock mechanism is still functional and the key is included.
Wrought Iron
Victorian Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Thomas White, 1874
By Thomas White
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The caddy is fitted with the original locking mechanism; the lock is not operational.
Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,974Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Goldsmith’s Strong Box, English, Heavy Cast Iron Locking Safe, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Constructed from robust cast iron, ensuring remarkable strength and longevity Displays a time-worn painted blue finish, contributing to its wonderful aged patina Substantial lid fitt...
Iron
Primitive Antique Genuine Swedish Red Extendable Wall Table or Small Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
The table have most likely been used as a wall table or a window table where it is placed just underneath the windowsill. The locking mechanism to the door is unusual as it is made c...
Pine
$3,686Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century Mahogany Wellington Chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century mahogany Wellington chest attributed to Gillows, a lovely rich mahogany color with six mahogany lined drawers with original wooden knobs, the top drawer front drops down...
Mahogany
Small forged iron strongbox or chest - Nuremberg (Germany) - Early 17th century
Located in Lommel, BE
The interior displays an elaborate locking mechanism with layered plates and moving components, characteristic of German security boxes of the period.
Wrought Iron
$2,354Sale Price|27% Off
Antique Mahogany and Marble Dental / Dentist Cabinet, Amsterdam ca 1920
Located in Nijmegen, NL
The cabinet still has it's original hidden locking mechanism for the drawers which does work but not 100% perfect.
Mahogany
Cute Table Top Italian Early 18th Century Walnut Chest w/Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This tabletop chest, with its rich walnut wood, has a smart locking mechanism whereas the user must first unlock the hinged bottom and work up through each consecutive drawer to unlo...
Wood, Walnut
$3,400
French Notary Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The lower unit has three locking cabinets and five adjustable shelves. The upper unit has a locking mechanism which blocks the 24 boxes.
Brass
Early 19th Century Georgian Mahogany Wellington Chest of Drawers
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
The drawers are flanked by pilasters, with the right-hand pilaster serving as a locking mechanism for the drawers, secured by a working Bramah lock and key.
Mahogany
Late Gothic Solid Wrought Iron Castle Door with Original Hardware, ca. 1450-1500
Located in Doha, QA
Complete with original hand-forged hinges, rivets, latch and locking mechanism. Structurally sound and never restored, preserving centuries of authentic wear and historic patina.
Wrought Iron
Edwardian, Tall Secretaire, Black Lacquer, Bronze, Abalone Inlay, Marble, 1880s
Located in Stamford, CT
The opening has a felt writing service and two parquetry inlaid drawers as well as a shelved area with etched engraved working lock mechanism. The inside itself measures 21.75 W x 13...
Wood
19th Century French Wood Cupboard Doors in Olive Green-Gray Finish
Located in Mckinney, TX
Time-worn olive green-gray paint on one side, with worn white paint on the opposite. 2 partial half barrel hinges are present. The original locking mechanism and key are present. ...
Wood
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy
By Charles Aldridge & Henry Green
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The caddy is fitted with the original locking mechanism. This exceptional example of Georgian silverware features a rare design and is the finest of its type you could hope to acq...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Georgian Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by William Vincent, 1782
By William Vincent
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dimensions: length 13.5 cm / 5.3" width 10.3 cm / 4.1" width including key 12.7 cm / 5" height 12.2 cm / 4.8" Weight 15.1 troy ounces /470 g (including locking mechanism) Maker: Wi...
Sterling Silver
$980Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Late Victorian Petite Oak Slant Top Secretary Ladies Writing Desk 26"
Located in Dayton, OH
The drop down writing lid is supported by sturdy metal support hinges on either side, providing a flat and stable surface, and includes the original metal locking mechanism integrate...
Oak
Set of 2 Pair 19th Century French Cupboard Doors, Fir, Distressed Finish
Located in Mckinney, TX
Time-worn alabaster paint and natural wood on one side, with the opposite side natural wood Original locking mechanisms and keys are present; no other hardware is present.
Fir
Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Wine Bottle Holder or Pourer with Acorn Finial
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
The adjustable bottle neck brace or collar holds firmly to the post with a screw locking mechanism.
Metal
$6,547Sale Price|20% Off
Early 19th Century freestanding French marquetry cabinet with a marble top
Located in Martlesham, GB
An unusual and rare early 19th century bow ended freestanding French marquetry marble top cabinet / stand made from tulip wood and inlaid with exotic woods, having the original white...
Tulipwood
Antique Edwardian Smoker’s Cabinet with Doulton-Style Humidor Jar
Located in High Point, NC
Outfitted with its historic brass escutcheon, locking mechanism, and functional key, this charming cabinet showcases classic period craftsmanship perfect for collectors, antique enth...
Brass
$11,211Sale Price|24% Off
18th Century French Provincial Country Style Armoire Wardrobe, Warm Wood Grain
Located in Madrid, ES
The metal hardware and locking mechanism are original, nicely crafted and fully functional.
Walnut
Antique 18th Century Spanish Leather Trunk with Decorative Nailhead Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
The nailheads themselves are decorated with raised star shape. The functioning lock mechanism (key included), hasp and side carry handles are original and made of wrought iron.
Wrought Iron
Antique George III Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy by Henry Chawner
By Henry Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dimensions Length 13.4cm/5.3" Width 9cm/3.5" Width including key 11.6cm/4.6" Height 13.5cm/5.3" Weight 11.3 troy ounces/351g (including locking mechanism) Maker: Henry Cha...
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century English Tantalus Set with Cut-Glass Decanters, 1880s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The set is fitted with metal components, including decorative corner brackets and a handle on top. It also features a lock mechanism (and original key), a characteristic of tantalus ...
Crystal, Metal