With a slightly arched lid, transversed by three... Lot 48
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With a slightly arched lid, transversed by three cross bands. This item maintains its original side rings and original key. The openwork exterior decoration consists of rows of paired and slightly reticulated ovals. The interior is lined with reddish-colored linen.
Traditionally known as coffret à mailles or coffret à la manière d’Espagne, these strong boxes are believed to date from the middle of the fifteenth century. Often referred to as messenger caskets, these boxes were securely constructed yet relatively light in weight to facilitate travel. Indeed, they were used to safely hold and transport precious possessions, such as costly books or objects, and most importantly missals, either by directly attaching them from their iron rings to a saddle or by suspending them within a larger chest.
Spain - 15th century.
Dimensions: 9 1/4 x 6 7/8 x 5 1/4 in., (23 x 17.5 x 13 cm.)
The chest is in very good condition overall, the fabric has slightly faded. The original key is present.
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