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French 1700's Stage Coach Messenger Box with Horse Hair and Iron

About the Item

This whimsically charming 18th c. French messenger box is quite the unique find. The outside is covered in horse hide with a bit of the hair still intact. The leather is held in place with hand-forged iron straps and corners with hand-forged locks and handles, finished with bronze and iron tacks. The locking mechanism has a hanging piece that covers the key hole. The piece opens and closes, but there is no key. The interior is lined with Dominotiers paper. One can only wonder how many pieces of correspondence found their way into this box and ultimately into the hands of those anxiously waiting to hear from the sender. Truly an unusual era with its simplicities, yet complexities of design as found in this chest. This box would make a most wonderful display piece on a shelf or table. Many of these types of boxes are found in museums across the world.

Dimensions:

Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Depth: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)

Style:

George II (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze,Hide,Iron,Paper,Wood,Forged,Hand-Crafted

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

Early 18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1700's

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Condition is in alignment with the age and nature of the piece. The patina is stunning! Review all images provided for details.

Seller Location:

Louisville, KY

Reference Number:

Seller: DIBS-01321stDibs: LU9258241353172

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