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Very Rare Casket Minnekästchen or Box, Germany or Italy, 15th Century

$14,212.46
£10,615.42
€12,000
CA$19,500.05
A$21,788.06
CHF 11,397.57
MX$267,191.45
NOK 145,639.32
SEK 138,104.66
DKK 91,353.69
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About the Item

Wooden coffret, call minnekästchen, engraved with a dog, a hare and foliage with polychromy remains. During the Middle Age, the hare is a symbol of fertility, joy and represents the Christ’s resurrection. The top is adorned by a frieze of rhombuses and marked with a slot. Old collector’s label. Southern Germany or Northern Italy, 15th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 12.6 in (32 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Gothic (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Wood,Forged,Hand-Carved,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1450
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Beuzevillette, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU266337427693

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