18th Century Medieval Renaissance Cassone Chest With Glass Top

Description

A Continental antique, circa 1750, late middle ages Renaissance carved wood cassone chest from the 18th century.

Featuring rectangular shaped … more A Continental antique, circa 1750, late middle ages Renaissance carved wood cassone chest from the 18th century.

Featuring rectangular shaped plank boarded top, over ornate hand carved and sculpted, beautifully aged oak case with dark, rich patina and superb grain detailing. Elaborately ornamented molding, heavily carved, paneled, Gothic blind arcaded arched architectural elements, fitted with two thick solid wood slab cabinet doors, iron hardware, retaining original primitive wooden door latch, resting on substantial bun feet. Later fitted shelved interior and black glass top.

Dimensions : (approx)
27.75" High, 64" Wide, 21.5" Deep

Great original antique condition, outstanding patina over the whole. Solid, sturdy and structurally sound. Wear consistent with age and use, including age related separation and dehydration splitting to top panels concentrated at right. Full of antique character, rich historical depth and European old world charm. less