Two Continental Bronze Lidded Caskets
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Description
19th/20th century, comprising: Iron Arts patinated bronze rectangular casket, marked "Copenhagen/Denmark" on back, exterior with relief decoration depicting scene from the Battle of Lyndanisse,ÿArchbishop Anders Sunesen with arms raised in prayer as theÿDannebrog falls from the sky, hinged lid underside with raised lettering "Juni 15/Anno 1219/June 15" and description of the battle in Danish and English, removable wood panel linings, two side swiveling carrying handles, raised on four feet, 3-1/2 x 7-5/8 x 3-3/4 in.; French gilt and patinated bronze rectangular casket with relief scrollwork, floral, and putti decoration, hinged lid opening to single red velvet lined interior compartment, raised on six feet, with key, 8-1/2 x 12-1/4 x 7 in.
, Provenance: Bob Hartsell, Dowagic, Michigan (accompanied by 1986 receipt for $700); Estate of Brock Arms, Flat Rock, North CarolinaCondition
surface dirt layer and accretion, scattered surface scratches; Lyndanisse casket with some warping to lid (does not sit flush with edge), "Iron Arts" lettering mostly broken off/faded; lock for gilt casket somewhat loose in frame, does not open easily
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