About: This petite handmade steel strongbox features a hand forged handle, riveted strapping and lockable closure. This piece likely hails from Europe…maybe even Spain and dates to around the turn of the 20th century. The form is intended to mimic the classic strongboxes of much larger size.
Why We Love It: This little guy reminds us of a heavy duty hobnail strongbox or alms box. The mild layer of rust in places, hand forged handle with points and blackened finish check all the boxes for a delightful desk or dresser-top piece.
Condition: Mild surface oxidation as shown. No holes or deep pitting.
Dims: 5.75” Long x 4.25” Wide x 2.5” Tall
Location: Sperryville, VA
About: This petite handmade steel strongbox features a hand forged handle, riveted strapping and lockable closure. This piece likely hails from Europe…maybe even Spain and dates to around the turn of the 20th century. The form is intended to mimic the classic strongboxes of much larger size.
Why We Love It: This little guy reminds us of a heavy duty hobnail strongbox or alms box. The mild layer of rust in places, hand forged handle with points and blackened finish check all the boxes for a delightful desk or dresser-top piece.
Condition: Mild surface oxidation as shown. No holes or deep pitting.
Dims: 5.75” Long x 4.25” Wide x 2.5” Tall
Location: Sperryville, VA
