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A Chinese Brass Lock in the Form of a Turtle, Early 20th Century

$420
£317.33
€363.84
CA$586.16
A$637.78
CHF 337.70
MX$7,672.99
NOK 4,288.03
SEK 3,923.24
DKK 2,718.37

About the Item

A Chinese Brass Lock in the Form of a Turtle, Early 20th Century The lock in the form of a turtle with moving legs, the lock mechanism beneath worked by means of a rod ornamented with a further turtle. Provenance: Private Adelaide Collection. Dimension: Height: 3.3cm Width: 12cm including key Depth: 5cm (Widest Point)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.3 in (3.3 cm)Width: 4.73 in (12 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    ARMADALE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CP/MCL1stDibs: LU8952243273982

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