An exceptional antique 18th century oak Italian Cassone wedding chest.
Code: 10203
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An exceptional antique 18th century oak Italian Cassone wedding chest.
This large proportion chest is peg constructed in beautiful solid oak, with hinged lid and extensively carved with four double arched panels.
Raised on elaborate sleigh style supports, and with heavy duty wrought iron carry handles and hinges. The original lock mechanism is still present.
There is a smaller box to the interior, most likely intended for candles etc.
Originally Cassone were primarily made in Italy and were highly regarded and coveted by wealthy aristocrats. These prized chests were also traditionally a wedding gift given to the bride by her parents.
Often placed at the foot of the bed to store blankets and other personal effects.
A truly impressive storage solution of grand scale, perfect for the foot of a bed or behind a freestanding sofa.
Dimensions:-
Height - 73.2cm
Width - 170.5cm
Depth - 83.7cm
Height when open - 147.6cm
Internal height - 57.1cm
Internal width - 155.9cm
Internal depth - 67.4cm
With age related wear and tear, structurally sound,
With a small area of carved moulding lacking to one front panel, as illustrated.
Evidence of historic non active wood worm, which has been treated as a precaution.
Signs of a small area of scorching to the front frieze. Age related cracks to timber.
The lock mechanism has been placed into an open position to ensure it does not lock when the lid is closed. Small timber wedges have been inserted to keep the mechanism open
Given the chest’s significant weight and age, metal brackets have been added to the underside to reinforce and ensure its longevity. These are not visible when the chest is displayed. (see listing images)
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