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18th Century Oak French Silver Chest Strongbox

$2,732.27
£2,023.91
€2,275
CA$3,738.43
A$4,067.70
CHF 2,153.80
MX$48,937.19
NOK 27,348.41
SEK 25,021.88
DKK 17,337.36

About the Item

Beautiful handmade oak silver chest. It was made to hold valuables such as silver coins, jewels or maps. This was the precursor to the modern day safe. It is due to its age beautiful weathered. France circa 1750-1800. weathered.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.18 in (36 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56 cm)Depth: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1750-1800
  • Condition:
    Repaired: old repairs. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Buisson, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2104981stDibs: LU2525348119622

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