A handsome little casket veneered in wild grained walnut over an oak carcass, festooned in bright ironwork. It retains its original ball feet each of which has a little iron cross. These small caskets were made over a long period of time and in various qualities, this example is of good quality with well chosen veneers and attractive iron work. It is in fine condition and has a soft patina, the internal fabric has been lost to time.
German, Circa 1660
Height 16 cm ( 6 1/2”)
Width 25 cm (9 3/4”)
Depth 18cm (7’)
A handsome little casket veneered in wild grained walnut over an oak carcass, festooned in bright ironwork. It retains its original ball feet each of which has a little iron cross. These small caskets were made over a long period of time and in various qualities, this example is of good quality with well chosen veneers and attractive iron work. It is in fine condition and has a soft patina, the internal fabric has been lost to time.
German, Circa 1660
Height 16 cm ( 6 1/2”)
Width 25 cm (9 3/4”)
Depth 18cm (7’)
