Noble Renaissance chest, Tuscany, late 16th century Dimensions: cm L 174 x D 62 x H 65 Price: confidential negotiation Item accompanied by a certificate of authenticity This important noble chest from the Tuscan Renaissance was made towards the end of the 16th century. Made of carved and sculpted walnut wood, it consists of a single-plank top enriched by a molded relief frame and a drop-leaf opening. The front is divided into three panels around which a vegetal decoration is sculpted. The three panels are decorated with shields surrounded by cartouches, volutes, and sinuous frames. In the central one stands the coat of arms of the noble family composed of a heraldic shield "split or truncated, in the first with three stars arranged in a band and in the second, three oblique bands; with a band crossing the partition". On the sides, two anthropomorphic busts are sculpted, inserted into pilasters with a base. The sides are carved with a large fluted fan and a central circular element surrounded by acanthus leaves. The majestic baccellated base, with angular leaves, surrounds the three sides of the chest and is supported by feline paws. This chest was certainly intended for a residence of a noble family and in addition to the fine workmanship and the good state of preservation of the wood and the antique patina, it is also of historical significance. It can be placed in various environments, such as an entrance hall, a corridor, a living room or a study, but also in a bedroom at the foot of the bed, resulting in a capacious and functional container as well as a piece of furniture rich in charm and great decorativeness. Suitable to be combined with both antique and modern furnishings.

Period: 16th century

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