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Florentine 17th century Baroque Period ebonized Fruitwood and Giltwood chest

$54,500
£41,394.09
€47,610.78
CA$76,147.18
A$84,912.72
CHF 44,303.84
MX$1,041,911.14
NOK 563,917.30
SEK 534,299.39
DKK 355,336.84
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About the Item

A handsome and most stunning Florentine 17th century Baroque Period ebonized Fruitwood and Giltwood chest. This exceptional four drawer chest is raised by bun feet below a mottled border. At the center are three wide drawers, decorated with sensationally detailed Giltwood roaring lion heads and pierced Giltwood keyhole escutcheons, with one smaller drawer above. Leading up each cut corner are impressive and wonderfully executed scrolled foliate Giltwood mounts. The polished top displays the rich ebonized Fruitwood grain. All original hardware, patina and gilt throughout.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.74 in (103.48 cm)Width: 63 in (160.02 cm)Depth: 27.25 in (69.22 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1600s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 82531stDibs: LU949920534272

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