An exceptionally rare Medieval oak and iron-bound casket, English, circa 1350-1450
REF: 3245
The domed-lid formed from one piece cut-out and topped with an oval bale handle, original iron mounts throughout, with twin lock.
For a domed casket of similar date, but covered in leather, see Museum of London, object L95/1. See also the 15th century manuscript illustrations included here.
Provenance: Reputedly a Scottish castle or baronial mansion
- Height 19 cm / 7 "
- Width 28 cm / 11 "
- Depth 15.5 cm / 6 "
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