ANTIQUE ORNATE SPANISH STYLE CHEST CASKET W/LOCK AND KEY OVER RED VELVET
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:58024 | Primary Material: brass, wood |
| Style: Spanish | Age: Unknown |
| Original/Reproduction: Original | Type: Chest |
This ornate chest /casket is comprised of embossed brass and red velvet over a wood frame. It was purchased at an estate sale of gentleman who was 103 years old at the time of his death and whose parents had immigrated from Germany around 1900. His parents collected antiques and this chest is one of the items brought with them to the U.S..
There are no makers marks or numbers anywhere but it appears to be done in the Spanish style of the 17th&18th centuries. Stylized drago...ns, a cross, and various emblems are represented in the brass design. The velvet is deteriorating in places but is still mostly intact. The interior is lined with what appears to be red silk with a pattern that is sewn into the fabric using a darker thread. It has a fully functional lock with the original key and hinged handles on either end for carrying. Measurements are L-12", W-6.5", H-8" weighs approx. 3lbs. Please look at the attached photos for details and feel free to contact me with any other questions.
There are no makers marks or numbers anywhere but it appears to be done in the Spanish style of the 17th&18th centuries. Stylized drago...ns, a cross, and various emblems are represented in the brass design. The velvet is deteriorating in places but is still mostly intact. The interior is lined with what appears to be red silk with a pattern that is sewn into the fabric using a darker thread. It has a fully functional lock with the original key and hinged handles on either end for carrying. Measurements are L-12", W-6.5", H-8" weighs approx. 3lbs. Please look at the attached photos for details and feel free to contact me with any other questions.
