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Late 18th/Early 19th-Century Italian Cassone, or "Marriage" Chest. Beautifully decorated and painted. Purchased in the Countryside of England where it … Read more Late 18th/Early 19th-Century Italian Cassone, or "Marriage" Chest. Beautifully decorated and painted. Purchased in the Countryside of England where it had resided for many years. These were considered "trophy furnishings of rich merchant and aristocrats in Italian Culture, from the late Middle Ages onward." Always given to the bride from her parents to contain the personal effects of the bride. This is a fabulous example of an Italian Cassone! In beautiful condition as we found it. Gilded gesso and wood. Hand paintings. See less
- Dimensions
- 72ʺW × 27ʺD × 37ʺH
- Styles
- Italian
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Gesso
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gold
- Condition Notes
- minor rubbing, wood shrinkage, wear consistent with age. minor rubbing, wood shrinkage, wear consistent with age. less
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