A Cast Iron and Tarred Hardwood Lockbox
15th century
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The façade with mystery-hinged door, each joined panel with concentric wheels of glyphs.
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With oxidation to iron and wear to tar, shrinkage cracks to the wood.
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Belonging to the estate of the late Mr. William J. Booth, New York; acquired by his widow, Mrs. Caroline Webster Booth late 19th century; sold to private collector, 1954.
Lot 32
A Cast Iron and Tarred Hardwood Lockbox