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FINE MID 17TH CENTURY GERMAN WROUGHT IRON SAFE CHEST TRUNK WiTH ORIGINAL KEY

$6,922.77
£4,950
€5,919.56
CA$9,492.53
A$10,598.68
CHF 5,561.02
MX$130,806.49
NOK 69,902.69
SEK 65,406.36
DKK 44,160.92
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Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, mid 17th century German Wrought Iron painted safe chest with the original key Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A very good looking well made and decorative example, I had this imported from Germany, it is in exquisite order throughout, the front locks are for diversion only, the main lock is on the top I have another of these listed under items which is very similar, and then one other which is in a different league Condition wise, its over 300 years old so have an amazing patina, the locks works fine but its heavy and cumbersome by modern day standards as you would expect, this can still be used for its intended purpose as its fully functioning Dimensions Height:- 40cm Width:- 78cm Depth:- 45cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of cracking creasing and wear, we recommend regular waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 30.71 in (78 cm)Depth: 17.33 in (44 cm)
  • Style:
    Charles II (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    17th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823345586062

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