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Antique Monumental German Carved Oak Baroque Marquetry Dowry Chest Coffer 1723

$4,995
£3,792.82
€4,337.37
CA$6,978.74
A$7,761.88
CHF 4,053.01
MX$94,453.84
NOK 51,763.17
SEK 48,544.72
DKK 32,371.49
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About the Item

A rare & monumental antique German Baroque early 18th century dowry chest/coffer, named & dated 1723. The chest of a rare & unusual size, the top with a lift up lid with hand-forged strap hinges. The front of the chest is profusely & sumptuously carved, the chest has four carved panels with the family names; "Adelheit" & "Kosters" and the year "Anno 1723" and the day & month "D7 September". The carved arcaded front with four architectural arches, each one inlaid with a four pointed ebony & walnut marquetry star device, the arches are punctuated with bands of carved rosettes. The chest with a large hand forged iron handle to each paneled end, the chest is raised on a shaped skirt plinth. Condition is remarkably original and condition is very good for a 300 year old chest, it is robust & stable, it can be used for it's intended purpose of storage and is ready to grace your home. Bloomsbury Fine Art & Antiques ship globally, if we have your location we can provide a preferential shipping quote.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 70 in (177.8 cm)Depth: 33 in (83.82 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1720-1729
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1723
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Portland, OR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4876138454002

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