17th Century Nuremberg, German Iron Strongbox Jewels Casket

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17th Century Nuremberg, German Iron Strongbox Jewels Casket

About the Item

Ornately painted cash box with iron hardware and key, on the original stand. Interior of box measures 8"W x 4"H x 3.75"D Exceptional, small, late-renaissance, table-top, Nuremberg, iron, 'Wedding Box', strongbox or travelling safe with its original, naïve, painted decoration This is a rare and small example of these characterful, early models of transportable safes. The much larger traditional chest sized strongboxes are more common, not many small strongboxes like this one survive, because less were made and they were broken into and destroyed. As well as gold and jewelry, documents were kept in strong boxes. The original keyplate is intact, as is the lock mechanism which is in working order (except for the right side lock needs repair and a rod replaced) this strongbox can still perform and lock on the left side mechanism. The top has two panels reinforced with strap work, and bolts and retaining traces of their original stylized paintings of flowers and foliage. The central rotating key plate reveals the keyhole. The key operating the original locking mechanism on the interior of the lid throwing one bolt (one is missing parts and is broken). Protected by a inner lock plate in a Bat motif and Acanthus leaves painted on the edge. The front with four, panels reinforced with strap work and bolts. The panels are painted with stylized chrysanthemums. The sides with one panel reinforced with strap work and bolts and a repeat of the decoration on the front. Original carrying handles. Nuremberg, Southern Germany, circa 1600.

Dimensions:
Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)
Style:
Jacobean (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Iron,Paint,Wrought Iron,Forged,Hand-Painted
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
17th Century
Date of Manufacture:
17th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Interior of locking mechanism is missing pieces and one part is broken. Key can still be inserted and turned.
Seller Location:
Soquel, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: DBH73411stDibs: LU1215225690002

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