Ref: 2864
Rare Roentgen Casket
Ref: 2864
Rare Roentgen Casket
18th Century
15.5 x 22 x 13.8 cm (6 ¹/₈ x 8 ⁵/₈ x 5 ³/₈ inches)
15.5 x 22 x 13.8 cm (6 ¹/₈ x 8 ⁵/₈ x 5 ³/₈ inches)
Description: The sarcophagus top features a brass swivel handle, the front panel features an openwork brass cartouche-shaped shield, the silk-lined interior contains three brass canisters, the central one with a domed lid and a double interior, the circular lids feature star decoration in bas-relief, and the base features a spring-operated secret drawer on the right side, opened by a knob that is concealed when the lid is closed. It rests on console feet, with a key and a brightly carved Sheffield plate caddy spoon.
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