Spanish treasure chest of forged steel. Circa 1650-70. From the estate of William W.M. Scollard, noted Spanish arms collector who obtained from a Portugal museum curator Ranier Danehert. Complicated lock system – 8 latches so chest could not be pried open, oversized handles for bar to be placed so 6 or 8 men could carry when filled with gold.
PERIOD: Early Modern Era
ORIGIN: Spain, Europe
SIZE: 21″H x 21″D x 31″W