Houten kist voor zilveren staven uit het wrak van de Oost-Indiëvaarder Slot ter Hooghe before 1724

This wooden chest was recovered from the wreck of the Dutch East India Company ship *Slot ter Hooghe*, which sank in 1724. The chest was likely used to store silver bars, as indicated by its sturdy construction and the remnants of metal that can still be seen within. The damaged state of the chest provides a tangible link to the history of maritime trade and the perils faced by ships traversing the oceans. The Rijksmuseum, where it is housed, offers a glimpse into the past through these recovered artifacts. This artwork, while anonymous, is a poignant reminder of the ship's unfortunate fate.