ASMR at the museum | Unlocking a 17th-century strongbox | V&A
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- Опубліковано 20 бер 2023
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Peek into the past with Senior Curator Angus Patterson and Conservator Philip Kevin, as they carefully unlock a historic 17th-century strongbox. Originally used to keep money or documents safe, this strongbox has three secure padlocks with unique keys. Each key would have been held by a different member of the community (possibly the schoolmaster, the vicar, and the verger), meaning that the box could only be opened - and the precious contents accessed - in the presence of witnesses.
Watch as Angus transports us to the 17th century, introducing us to parish church security and what might have been kept inside the box, whilst Philip gently wiggles the keys to pop the locks and examines the 500-year-old woodworm damage - luckily without any beetle poo.
00.00 Keys rattle and 17th-century lock clicks shut
00.18 Meet curator Angus and conservator Philip
01.20 Wormholes from woodworm - flight holes and tunnelling
02.02 Examining the strongbox in detail
03.28 Opening padlock number one - corkscrew key (reveals coin slot)
05.33 Opening padlock number two - warded key
06.04 Opening padlock number three - pipe key
07.24 Reveal of inside of strongbox
09.11 Woodworm damage - conservation work to plug a hole
09.52 More about woodworm - signs of infestation, pyramidal piles of frass, how to tell that woodworm are no longer active
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asmr at the museum is the best thing you guys have done
If you wanted to give your editors a bit of a break, you could release a long uncut version of these videos. I would watch every second of these experts just handling these objects or preparing work surfaces. I actually love the "boring" parts.
Not criticizing in the least, I am just greedy for more of beautiful, fascinating footage from all departments of the V&A!
YES
Yesss!!!!
I agree that I'd love uncut video, but the sound editors would still have to adjust levels, isolate certain sounds, and remove background noise to getting this kind of quality audio
Absolutely agreed
Totally agree.
The sound quality in these productions is simply amazing. I still dream of a 1 hour long version of some of your videos...
Count me in on that!
or a 6 hour compilation!
These videos are very interesting plus they are very ASMR 💤😌🤩 Thanks for the channel 🌻
I collect antique padlocks and the oldest one in my collection (complete with key) is nearly identical to the first padlock they opened. It's great to see what types of things it may have been used on.
Thats interesting, is there something that drew you to padlocks specifically or is it a collection you just stumbled into?
@@kirathompson3653 My collecting is focused in a number of different areas, including antique bottles, old marbles, antique pocket knives, old coins, rocks/minerals/fossils, antique dice, antiquarian books, antique watches, and more (with many more specific subcategories of collecting in each, such as mid-1800s soda bottles, Christensen Agate Company marbles, mid-late 19th century US knife makers, ancient Greek fractional silver coinage, Lake Superior and Fairburn agates, 1765 Stamp Act dice, 19th century and earlier first editions, fusee pocket watches, etc., just to name a few.) As you can see, I have interests in many things, haha.
Antique padlocks and keys have fascinated me for quite some time and I've collected them fairly seriously for over 20 years. I have a lot of interest in the artistry and craftsmanship displayed in some (especially with locks like the late 19th century story padlocks), I have a lot of interest in their history (especially with early padlocks and stuff like Scandinavian and railroad padlocks), and I've always been blown away by the clever and creative mechanisms and intricacy of some (all done in an attempt to make them more secure). Some antique padlocks reach near clockwork levels of complexity (and can have highly unusual keys).
@@TrilobiteTerror That's fascinating about the "near clockwork levels of complexity" of antique padlocks.
It sounds like you have a large catalog of interesting collections, that could serve as material to use
for a show & tell ASMR channel :)
@@SpringNotes I love sharing my collections and information with others (and I do occasionally post stuff online on forums, etc.) I like the idea of having a UA-cam channel (or maybe even some sort of museum) someday. Alas, I'm currently too busy for anything of the sort. Maybe someday.
@@TrilobiteTerror on that someday, just start small. Like a short. I wager, it takes less time.
There would have been an open pouch in the box that the coins dropped into so when you went to open and remove the contents you wouldnt have to turn the whole box up and dump them out, you could just reach in and grab the pouch. This would also explain the wear patterns in the box.
Absolutely fascinating! We are so lucky to count on such professionals to preserve our history and the V&A team to bring it back to life with videos such as this. I hope there will many more of this kind.
Slava Ukraine!👍😉
3 padlocks on such a tiny box,having 3 separate keyholders,tells me the greed of man reaches the congregant and the vicar alike. What a way to keep your brother honest!
Well, it’s accountability really. But yes, greed/desire can be very powerful. That’s part of the message we hear in church.
The hell does it have to do with greed you twat just wanting to see what you wanna see, it’s a LOCKBOX
Don't forget the possibility of robbery. One person could steal the key but this way all 3 keys need to be stolen.
Also a hammer would easily be able to open this lockbox. I think the 3 keys are more for the appearance or control of power within the organization not just lack of trust/greed.
Think visual deterrent along with mirco management from upper management.....
This was also the time of indulgences. Common folk often paid the church for a form of certificate that stated they had quite literally paid for their sins. Some believed that this payment would keep them out of hell or purgatory. The church collected quite a bit of money from the poor for this as well as for 'bettering' the church.
How is protecting valuables greedy
Thievery has been rampant through the ages and security always tries to be one step ahead, but what a gorgeous box! Those locks turning!! What a satisfying sound! 😸👍
The sound of the keys is just precious
I love seeing and hearing the story of objects like this, particularly from such a period of time that is very storied. Seeing everyday functional objects and how they function is such a joy. You could tour a museum for decades but never get the same experience as this. Thank you! More of this content please!
Apparently trust was a big consideration in the 17th century even the church clergy was keyed in on things.😮❤
The cork screw keys are amazing, that was a first for me. Surprised because I’ve never seen that before.
Same, I love it
I’ve never seen a corkscrew key, that’s very cool. love the look of this box.
The library ones are my favourite ❤. That librarian was made for ASMR
I remember Antiques Roadshow called in a expert to open a very old stongbox (a long chest), it took hours to open and there was an unknown treasure inside. A newspaper from the 1960s.
This is the Lockpicking Lawyer and today we have a very old strongbox...
Once upon a Time, there was the Lock Picking Barrister, and that's why this box became obsolete a hundred years ago.
The talent of the locksmith in creating those padlocks & keys with limited tools is amazing. I wonder if it was the same locksmith who created all 3?
Now I know what all the tiny random holes are in my grandma’s antique wooden furniture
You didn't know what Skeleton Keys were?
@@RehabProjectSRCB 😅
@N S The keys used to open the padlocks are called skeleton keys.
@@RehabProjectSRCB they mean the woodworm
@@RehabProjectSRCB we know that. The keys didn’t cause the HOLES, duh.
The whole time I'm watching this, I'm thinking of this as major piece in a murder mystery set in the 17th century. The Lockbox. Three keys. Three responsible characters. Important documents/sum of money missing and a body found bludgeoned by the baptismal fount. Oh, if only I were a writer!
It’s a work of art. Considering the tools the maker has available this thing is unbelievable
absolutely incredible piece of history
This is my favortie one so far!!! Bring these guys back for another one! They handle the item with such care and it makes the best tingly sounds!!
please give long unedited versions of these i love these videos so much!
Thanks to everyone involved from the acquisition to the editor! One tiny suggestion from a guy who's not even into ASMR. There are many affordable synthetic AND natural materials (which can be sanitized) that would be better suited to display such amazing objects upon. Materials that may not sound so grating and out of time with the object itself. It just SOUNDS better if you're on stone or something that doesn't sound like a 'bag of crisps'. Please continue to share more artifacts and history with us all. Nothin' but love from the USA!
Always thank you for uploading wonderful videos!!❤❤
I loved this - very soothing and enjoyable, thank you.
I feel like at this stage all historic boxes should be kept locked 😐😆 No matter how beautiful the box! This is great ASMR content and I honestly had no idea there were so many different types of locks 🔒
Probably my new favourite series on UA-cam - informative and relaxing 😌
i would love to see the lock picking lawyer to take a crack at a replica of this
I’d like our modern home safes to be as beautiful!
First time seeing a corkscrew lock and key
Truly a beautiful piece I have never seen such a church offering container.
Young V&A is such a wonderful idea. I look forward to visiting on opening day. X
This series gives me so much life 😭 I love it! Keep up the good work! I'm traveling to the UK in the summer so I'll definitely be visiting this museum! 💕
Coolest lockbox I've ever seen!😍
i have never seen one of these before. fascinating.
amazing the keys have stayed with it all this time.
I wonder what it would be valued at?? It is a stunning piece of old world craftsmanship and ingenuity. Splendid and well done. Amazing and well done! Very nice gents
Thank you for this video. I felt like I could feel and smell the wood of the strongbox, that's how immersive an experience you made this very informative video.
Surprised it was never originally leather encased, would have stopped the woodworm
At first, I thought they kept a demon in there👿 hence so many different padlocks 😂
Absolutely fascinating thanks for uploading this
I’m always so excited to see an ASMR at the Museum video!
I love that paper lining, it's beautiful.
Thank you! Loved this so much.
The paper over the slot is not a repair but original as reinforcement for the slot itself
This box is amazing!
I love this video! Great production and idea!
Folk art... priceless chunk o history... perciate bloke's Sterling performance....worm holes yeah buddy agreed 👍 that's what's up! Stay healthy safe travels 😘
Love this . Thank you for sharing.
And that is why I don't work at a museum. I was screaming " just give me the the keys, you're too slow"! You even explain slowly! So glad experts exist or nothing would be left!
Greetings from the BIG SKY. Looks like a good strong box.
The insect holes actually add to the decoration. When I was younger I didn't know what they were
Who would have thought there could be so much info to be learnt about a strongbox
May I respectfully request that Angus Patterson have his own dedicated channel? I might be in love ❤ 😊
I got a lock for my bike made in China that broke the second time I used it and these locks are 300-400 years old. Amazing !!!!
Wonderfully interesting, thank you
Best Box I've Ever Seen.
My guess is Ants hole tunnels also this is a Lepricorn Holding Box.
The paper on the table gives me doctors office vibes
I'll be honest, clicking on this, I was expecting a bit of a riff on the Lockpicking Lawyer. This was soooo slow, though!
But then, you probably don't wanna go particularly quickly with such old locks, even if they probably are pretty stout things.
So cool!
Give this to the Lock Picking Lawyer to try out :P
I was hoping there would be a LPL reference 👍
Really love this video he needs to do more narration
Make sure you're subscribed! We might have just the thing...
I want one.
Can't look at any padlock or key without thinking of "This iiiiss the Lock Picking Lawyer"
Wood worm: "Hold my beer."
It's so cool it almost looks fake, like a movie prop or something
Thank you for the wonderful videos. Personally, I would prefer two Versions; with and without talking. 🙂
I love this video I would like it see more of what you do please
Looks to me that the box is not built from a solid block, but is coopered. Oak staves held by metal bands.
It's a STRONG Box and they handle it like its a Fragile egg.
The woodworm infection would make it delicate
@@stayforthepeelpronpls4774 Umm I have worked with a lot of lumber like that and it's not as delicate as you might think. made some very nice boxes out of wood just like that and they are holding up just fine.
Great video.
What metals are used in the locks and metalwork? With the age of the item and the lighting in the video, some bits look like brass and others like ferrous metal.
“It has suffered in the past…”
So have I box…so have I…
Same sound the orginal owner would of experienced and heard , amazing
Please get some more Susan Fajardo asmr videos please! She’s the best!
So calming and relaxing ! Thank you x
thank you asmr。
If that box could talk. What a interesting story it could tell.
Well there you go. Treasure stored where it was consumed by moth and rust. How apt for a church strong box.
maybe this is the inspiration to those stacked lunch box
I’m surprised one or more of the keys didn’t get lost over time. People are always losing keys, it seems.
cool piece :)
ah..the bain to my older brother! mom would have loved this one!
Imagine trying to explain digital currency to the original keyholders...
Don't even start
Maddening.
Shoutout to everyone down here searching for a comment from @LockPickingLawyer
Lovley stash box for my hash 😃👍
500 yearso from now - "Unlocking a 21th-century plastic strongbox."
Love it… can’t help but feel like that would have easily opened with an axe 🪓
where did you find this
Do you think the wood worm or beetle wouldn't like a wood stain if it was coated ? Like some sort of protection against the wood eater. I eas also thinking could the wood worm or beetle be transported by hand and coin like a germ. ? I realize old sunken ships are eaten up. But could a stain help prevent holes ?
I wonder how long it would take the Lockpicking Lawyer to open that box.
Was the strong box secured to anything? How hard would it be to saw through its wooden body to access its contents?
I assume the locks weren’t to stop brash criminals smashing the box and stealing its contents but to stop the vicar pinching some of the money discreetly when he was alone.
It’s got THREE padlocks!
It must be more important than the securing the nuclear bomb that comes with only two locks. 😂
Locks keep honest people honest 🕊️!!!
Some good glove n paper ASMR 😈
love the olde worlde padlocks .
They used to lock up their tea in containers like that as tea was more expensive than gold.
that cool