Rare Italian Late 16th Century Walnut Cassone

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A rare Italian late 16th century (1580) walnut cassone (marriage chest) in excellent, original condition, from the Tuscan area of Italy.

This cassone is in exceptional condition for its age and has been sourced from a private collection in London, UK, a very similar cassone can be seen in The Gardner Museum in Boston, USA.

The piece consists of a plain & moulded solid walnut top with a dental moulding below.

The front consists of two recessed finely carved panels, one of a male figure and the other a female figure in the typical Italian style and symbolizing marriage and love.

The two outer carytiads are of female form, the central carving being a carved lion, bird and coat of arms and traces of original polychrome decoration can be seen here.

Below is a carved moulding with superbly carved scroll front feet with central Grotesques and a central scrolling decoration below.

Each of the ends are panelled with original iron carrying handles.

The top still has its original lock, unfortunately without its key but does have original metalwork hinges.

There is evidence of old woodworm which is to be expected for a piece of this age, the back feet have been replaced at some point, again this is not unusual.

Size:

Height: 24.5'' / 62cm

Width: 70.25'' / 178cm

Depth: 23'' / 58cm

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA324465

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS509

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A rare Italian late 16th century (1580) walnut cassone (marriage chest) in excellent, original condition, from the Tuscan area of Italy.

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This cassone is in exceptional condition for its age and has been sourced from a private collection in London, UK, a very similar cassone can be seen in The Gardner Museum in Boston, USA.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Rare Italian late 16th century walnut cassone — fig 1. Rare Italian Late 16th Century Walnut Cassone

The piece consists of a plain & moulded solid walnut top with a dental moulding below.

The front consists of two recessed finely carved panels, one of a male figure and the other a female figure in the typical Italian style and symbolizing marriage and love.

fig 2. Rare Italian late 16th century walnut cassone — fig 2. Rare Italian Late 16th Century Walnut Cassone

The two outer carytiads are of female form, the central carving being a carved lion, bird and coat of arms and traces of original polychrome decoration can be seen here.

Below is a carved moulding with superbly carved scroll front feet with central Grotesques and a central scrolling decoration below.

fig 3. Rare Italian late 16th century walnut cassone — fig 3. Rare Italian Late 16th Century Walnut Cassone

Each of the ends are panelled with original iron carrying handles.

The top still has its original lock, unfortunately without its key but does have original metalwork hinges.

There is evidence of old woodworm which is to be expected for a piece of this age, the back feet have been replaced at some point, again this is not unusual.

Size:

Height: 24.5'' / 62cm

Width: 70.25'' / 178cm

Depth: 23'' / 58cm

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA324465

Dealers Internal Ref

LVS509

About the Dealer

LVS Decorative Arts

Sellingantiques verified Since May 2011