16th Century Scandinavian Antique Table Top Box With Iron Bindings & Original Polychromy

A late 16th Century Scandinavian antique table top box of boarded construction with iron bindings / strapwork.

With a plank lid, the front, back and end boards painted in their original polychrome. The end-boards retain their original iron carry-handles.

The plank lid opens to reveal a void interior.

The box retains its original lock and lock plate albeit the key is long since lost.

Supported overall on four turned bun feet.

Provenance – Unknown.

Condition – as per the images. The plank top and base may have been repainted at a later date but the paint appears to be historic in its own right. The strap hinges have broken due to age-related wear.  We believe that these should be left as found. The bun feet may have been replaced historically. A further detailed condition report is available upon request. 

Size – Height 27.5 cm (11″)  x Width 39.5 cm (15 1/2″) x Depth 29 cm (11 1/2″)