A Cast Iron and Tarred Hardwood Lockbox

15th century
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L O T 3 2

  • The façade with mystery-hinged door, each joined panel with concentric wheels of glyphs.

  • With oxidation to iron and wear to tar, shrinkage cracks to the wood.

  • 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


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