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17th Century German Iron-Mounted Oak Chest / Trunk "Stollentruhe"

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A 17th century German oak chest ("Stollentruhe") in the medieval/ Gothic tradition. The rectangular hinged top with three iron straps, enclosing a plain interior with one hinged small compartment, the front with two rosette carved ornaments, on unusually high rectangular plank feet. Deep, dark patina reveal the age of over 300 years. This chest is published by the Museumsdorf Cloppenburg, Materialien zur Volkskultur, Vol. 6/ 7, plate 30.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.98 in (99 cm)Width: 73.23 in (186 cm)Depth: 31.11 in (79 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Oak
  • Place of Origin:
    Germany
  • Period:
    17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    17th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Worpswede / Bremen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 08751stDibs: LU98141184562
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