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Casket and Padlocks The village of Pavlovo on the Oka River was one of the best-known centers of Russian metalwork. Miniature padlocks produced there were in fashion in the second half of the 18th century. They served as a decoration on caskets, cases and chests. The techniques used in their production - casting, forging, chasing and engraving - came from the traditions of armour workshops. Padlocks made in the form of flat silhouettes of birds, animals and fantastic creatures served not only as a decoration but also as mascots or talismans. Larisa Petrova |
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Padlocks:
"Peacock", "Centaur with a Bow", "Cupid with Crocodile", "Two Dragons" Second half of 18th century Pavlovo on the Oka River Nizhnii Novgorod Province Brass, cast and engraved 4.5x0,4x4.5; 6.5x0.4x7; 3,5x0,4x8.5; 5.5x0.4x6 HM Casket. Late 18th century Northern Russia Carved wood; cast and forged metal; mica 30x26x21 EM |
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