Chest Lock With Hasp, Early 16th Century
Early 16th century hasp chest lock with mechanism. Hasp locks, typical of medieval and Renaissance chests, are characterized by their mechanism of moving pins (hasps) operated by a key with a notched rod or bit. These locks, often made of wrought iron, were designed to secure precious goods in metal-reinforced wooden chests. These locks were used by merchants, nobles, and religious institutions to protect valuables, documents, or relics. Their relative complexity for the time made them a symbol of security and prestige.
450 €
Period: 16th century
Style: Renaissance, Louis 13th
Condition: Condition of use
Material: Wrought iron
Width: 16 cm
Height: 21 cm
Depth: 6 cm
Reference (ID): 1636399
Availability: In stock
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