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Late C17th / Early C18th Iron Strong-box or Chest , Probably German ,Nuremberg.
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M Lees and Sons

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Late C17th / Early C18th Iron Strong-box or Chest , Probably German ,Nuremberg.

18th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Late C17th / early C18th iron strong-box or chest , probably German , Nuremberg.

Fitted with carrying handles to the ends , a handle to the lid and a hinged hasp to secure over the lock . The lock fitted to the front edge having a two-prong action and supplied with the original key (also with an associated iron padlock and key to secure the closed hasp).

Of heavy strap-work and rivetted construction, the hinged lid enclosing a void interior for storage .

In excellent original condition, having only minor degradation and corrosion to the original ‘blacked’ surface.

Of compact scale and proportions but very heavy and robust.

H 17”

W 33”

D 18”

Germany c.1700

Physical Dimensions
Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated this Antique Iron Strongbox Chest to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1240278
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2610
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

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Late C17th / early C18th iron strong-box or chest , probably German , Nuremberg.
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Fitted with carrying handles to the ends , a handle to the lid and a hinged hasp to secure over the lock.
M Lees and Sons

. The lock fitted to the front edge having a two-prong action and supplied with the original key (also with an associated iron padlock and key to secure the closed hasp).

fig 1. A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp.
fig 1. Late C17th / Early C18th Iron Strong-box or Chest , Probably German ,Nuremberg.

Of heavy strap-work and rivetted construction, the hinged lid enclosing a void interior for storage .

In excellent original condition, having only minor degradation and corrosion to the original ‘blacked’ surface.

Of compact scale and proportions but very heavy and robust.

H 17”

W 33”

D 18”

Germany c.1700

Height
42cm (16.54")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Antique Iron Strongbox Chest to the 1700s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1240278
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2610
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp.

Late C17th / Early C18th Iron Strong-box or Chest , Probably German ,Nuremberg.

Archive II A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View II
Archive III A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View III
Archive IV A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View IV
Archive V A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View V
Archive VI A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View IX
Archive X A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View X
Archive XI A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View XI
Archive XII A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View XII
Archive XIII A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View XIII
Archive XIV A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View XIV
Archive XV A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View XV
Archive XVI A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View XVI
Archive XVII A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View XVII
Archive XVIII A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp. View XVIII
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 359
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M Lees and Sons
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A rectangular late seventeenth-century wrought iron strongbox with criss-crossing riveted bands and a heavy central iron locking hasp.
Late C17th / early C18th iron strong-box or chest , probably German ,Nuremberg.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectStrongboxes
  • Period18th century
  • Style17th Century / Baroque
  • MaterialWrought Iron, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown, Black
  • MotifsInterlaced iron straps, Riveted studs, Central locking hasp, False keyhole facade
  • SizeH 42 cm (17 in) x W 82 cm (32 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

This late seventeenth-century or early eighteenth-century strongbox is formed from heavy wrought iron in a Baroque style. The rectangular piece measures 42 cm high, 82 cm wide, and 45 cm deep, presenting a dark brown and black surface finish with minor degradation and corrosion. Interlaced iron straps, riveted studs, a central locking hasp, and a false keyhole facade define the exterior decoration. A handle is fitted to the lid, and the hinged lid opens to enclose a void interior for storage. Practical placement includes a gentleman's library or study, functioning as a robust storage container on a desk, table, or sideboard. The compact scale accommodates various interior spaces while providing secure containment for documents or valuables.

FAQs

A Nuremberg strongbox, frequently called an Armada chest, is a heavy wrought iron security container produced in South Germany from the late sixteenth through the eighteenth century, designed to safeguard currency and valuables.

These chests were constructed from hand-forged wrought iron plates reinforced with intersecting iron bands, held together by hand-hammered rivets and fitted with intricate internal locking mechanisms mounted beneath the lid.

Authentic period examples exhibit irregular hand-forged ironwork, signs of natural surface oxidisation, hand-cut rivets, a false keyhole on the front, and a complex multi-bolt lock mechanism beneath the top cover.

An antique iron chest functions as a dramatic focal piece when set against neutral masonry walls, positioned alongside dark leather upholstery, or integrated into modern minimalist interiors to provide structural texture.

Keep the metal clean using a soft dry cloth and apply a thin coating of microcrystalline wax periodically to seal the iron surface against atmospheric moisture and prevent active oxidation.
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