A rare and small early 17th century polychrome painted iron 'belt' strong-box, German, probably Nuremberg, circa 1600
REF: 3457
With original key, 'tamper proof' coin slot, rear belt hook and floral decoration. Painted initials '? B ?' to lid.
For a comparable casket, with similar decoration and identical key bow, see the Isabella Stewart Gardner Collection, Boston, USA, (item no. Miisi)
- Height 6 cm / 2 "
- Width 12 cm / 4 3⁄4"
- Depth 6.5 cm / 2 3⁄4"
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