Coffret à mailles
Caskets such as this one must have been produced in large quantities, as numerous examples remain. They were called coffret à mailles or à la manière d’Espagne, in connection to the fine iron tracery of the sides and cover. Sometimes referred to as a missal box, this type probably preserved precious objects such as jewelry or small illuminated prayer books. This small box has two suspension rings to carry it, possibly on a girdle. The front is probably an old replacement.
Artwork Details
- Title: Coffret à mailles
- Date: late 15th century
- Culture: French
- Medium: Wood, wrought iron
- Dimensions: H. 7 cm, L. 9.6 cm, W. 7.9 cm (excluding lock and suspension rings).
- Classification: Metalwork
- Credit Line: Robert Lehman Collection, 1975
- Object Number: 1975.1.1467
- Curatorial Department: The Robert Lehman Collection
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