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Casket: M.25-1935

Object information

Current Location: In storage

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Description

Rectangular, engraved with floral and fruit motives. Applied corner pieces. False key hole on front, real lock on lid. The casket has ball feet and a swing handle.

Legal notes

Charles Holden-White Gift

Measurements and weight

Height: 4.5 cm
Length: 7.3 cm
Width: 4.3 cm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1935) by Holden-White, Charles

Materials used in production

Gilt brass

Techniques used in production

Engraved
Gilding

Identification numbers

Accession number: M.25-1935
Primary reference Number: 201718
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Audit data

Created: Wednesday 3 June 2015 Updated: Wednesday 21 February 2024 Last processed: Wednesday 21 February 2024

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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