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An Important English Private Collection

A silver casket attributed to Michel Mann, Nuremberg, early 17th century

Lot Closed

November 8, 12:42 PM GMT

Estimate

5,000 - 7,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

A silver casket attributed to Michel Mann, Nuremberg, early 17th century


rectangular, engraved with Romayne busts and classical figures, the base engraved with flowers, with central dummy keyhole, the central strap below the handle hinged to reveal a hidden keyhole, opening to reveal an elaborate steel mechanism, with working key,


8.5cm., 3 1/4in wide