Polychromed Spanish Colonial Leather Trunk
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Description
An early leather trunk decorated with complex rillette embossing and retaining elements of its original polychromed decoration. Hand-forged hinges, corner straps and a fabulous central lockplate under scalloped front edge, Standing on later bun feet. Desirable flat top, making it useful as a coffee table. Early 18th century. Possibly Peruvian.
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More Information
Origin: Peru Period: 18th Century Condition: Leather with some splits and scuffs but in generally good condition Creation Date: 1750 Styles / Movements: Traditional Dealer Reference #: SKU00001015 Incollect Reference #: 561150 -
Dimensions
W. 34 in; H. 19.5 in; D. 19.5 in; W. 86.36 cm; H. 49.53 cm; D. 49.53 cm;
Message from Seller:
Yew Tree House Antiques was launched in 1991, fueled by a passion for collecting the unexpected. Kevin Kleinbardt and Ahna Petersen, with independent backgrounds in furniture and art history respectively, joined forces to focus on pieces with a “soulfulness of character,” as Ahna likes to say.