English or Dutch, late 17th century, in the manner of Gerret Jensen, book matched kingwood and figured walnut with brass strap mounts with fleur de lis terminals, hinged lid over open interior, hinged fall front panel revealing single long drawer, 7 x 11-1/4 x 7-3/4 in.
Provenance: Corfield Morris Fine & Decorative Art Advisors, London, UK, March 16, 2016 (accompanied by copy of receipt); The Jerold Krouse Collection
Note: According to Corfield Morris Ltd., "Relates to strong boxes made by Gerret Jensen (d. 1715) in the reigns of Charles II, James II, and William & Mary, and supplied to Ham House and Nostell Priory amongst other notable houses."
Related examples are also in notable museum collections including the Victoria and Albert. https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O167479/strong-box-unknown/ https://collections.vam.ac.uk/item/O77730/strong-box-unknown/
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Corfield Morris Fine & Decorative Art Advisors, London, UK, March 16, 2016 (accompanied by copy of receipt); The Jerold Krouse Collection
fine condition overall with expected minor veneer flaws, checking, and shrinkage separations, very slight warp to top, lacking key, some discoloration and polish wear to brass mounts, solder repair/restoration at end of hasp, presents very well
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