UNUSUAL BRASS AND SILVER CASKET FOR SPICES Probably Germany, l8th century.

A rectangular brass casket, slightly bombe at base, resting on four cast feet; the box and lid bear attached fine silver openwork sections, with swirls, shells and foliate elements. Two Hebrew initial letters, vignettes removed from an 18th century Venetian Passover Haggadah attached to the inner lid. The interior also features a removeable platform consisting of brass rim with openwork silver interior, including cast handle. The casket is fitted with functioning lock with brass key, attached by silver chain to one leg. Unmarked. H: 50mm.

A charming example. The Hebrew initials no doubt represent those of the original owner