A rare, 17th century, oak coffer with exceptional ironwork

The domed top with five iron straps and elaborate, fleur-de-lys, pierced decoration. The ends iron bound. The front with two elaborate locks, each containing arms and the figure of a saint. The hasp containing an image of the virgin and child. The sides with a repeat of the iron strapwork and fleur-de-lys decoration. Original ironwork. Flemish, second quarter of the 17th century.

Sold 2006

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