Spanish Baroque Bargueno Style Gilt Cabinet Chest on Stand

Description

Rustic large Spanish baroque bargueno style cabinet or chest on stand crafted from thick pine. The beautiful case has exposed … more Rustic large Spanish baroque bargueno style cabinet or chest on stand crafted from thick pine. The beautiful case has exposed dove tail joinery and features 6 large storage drawers and is centered by an arched storage door with an ornate carved surround and an old master style religious painting on the door of Christ. The drawers have decorative cartouche designs on the front with an iron pull in the center and finished in gilt. The cantilever style stand has two square leg supports decorated with acanthus vines and gilt finishes flanking four turned supports attached to stretchers. Decorated in the style of a Bargueno or Vargueno desk cabinet, but without a drop down writing table. The front of the case has a rich aged patina on the gilt finishes. The large scale of this piece makes a strong focal point and anchor of the room.

Dimensions: 50"w x 20.5"d x 56.5"h

Circa: 19th Century, Spain

Materials: Iron, Pine

Condition: Distressed, minor wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully crafted with an aged, distressed patina as seen in photos. Age appropriate wear and fading with small losses. less