Cabinet of Curiosities Auction
Wed, Mar 6, 2024 10:00AM EST
Lot 4
A German Painted Iron Strong Box/Armada Chest
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
A German (poss. Nuremberg) Painted Iron Strong Box/Armada Chest, 17th Century,
With functioning elaborate eight lock mechanism and two keys. With two large iron handles on sides, front with iron work design and two large latches, top with lock mechanism, painted design throughout.
H: 16 3/4 W: 29 1/4 D: 17 3/4 in.
Key not original, key remade. Opens with difficulty, one key turns and functional, other key is stuck but could be unstuck with effort.
Wear is consistent with age and use. All lots have imperfections or the effects of aging. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any errors or omissions.
With functioning elaborate eight lock mechanism and two keys. With two large iron handles on sides, front with iron work design and two large latches, top with lock mechanism, painted design throughout.
H: 16 3/4 W: 29 1/4 D: 17 3/4 in.
Condition
Wear is consistent with age and use. All lots have imperfections or the effects of aging. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any errors or omissions.
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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.
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