540. CHEST, medieval, 13th/15th century, Gotland, cut from two solid pieces of hardwood.

Valmat cover, later coin insert, casket on four feet, fittings in wrought iron with decoration of six-leaf flowers, front with inset lock box, fragmentary painting in dark red, height 21, 26.5 x 13 cm Compare casket in Gotland Museum, inventory number GFC11605 & GFB877 PROVENANCE : According to information previously in Bro church, Bro parish, Gotland county acquired by the current owner's father around 1950, in connection with renovation of the church.