Florentine Giltwood Cassone
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Description
Fine Italian Florentine giltwood cassone or marriage chest in relief decorated pastiglia, the slightly arched lid with central sejant-rampant lion flanked by two crests with three crescent moons separated by a chevron, the front having three artisans; an artist, a sculptor and a stone mason, each within an arched panel flanked by Tuscan columns; the sides each adorned with further family crests, the interior with original till and wrought iron handles.
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More Information
Period: 19th Century Condition: Good. Good antique condition, some gilding refreshed. Creation Date: 1880 Styles / Movements: Traditional Dealer Reference #: YEWTR00001839 Incollect Reference #: 788743 -
Dimensions
W. 49 in; H. 20.5 in; D. 25 in; W. 124.46 cm; H. 52.07 cm; D. 63.5 cm;
Message from Seller:
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