Late Elizabethan Oak Court Cupboard Circa 1600

A 16th-century Henry VIII English Oak Linenfold Chest, circa 1540, is a rare example. Made from solid oak boards, the chest features a four-panel lid r...

A large 16th century Venetian cedar. wood Cassone is an exquisite example of the craftsmanship characteristic of the Italian Renaissance period, featuring beautifully detailed scenes dating to circa 1550-1580. Made from cedar wood, the chest has a deep, rich patina. Cedar wood was prized during the Renaissance for its durability and resistance to decay, making it an ideal choice for fine furniture intended to last for generations. In Renaissance Venice, cassoni were a standard part of a bride's dowry among the nobility and wealthy merchant classes. Venice was a thriving trade hub with a population of about 150,000 in the mid-16th century, and the upper classes commissioned these chests . The decoration of the chest is particularly breathtaking. Its surface features intricate figural panels that depict various scenes, which include historical, mythological, and symbolic representations. Among these are 16th century knights, chariots, mythical beasts, and lions. The designs are expertly silhouetted against a recessed ground, giving a three-dimensional quality that enhances their visual impact. The use of punch-work, a decorative technique involving the stamping of the wood with a mesh-like pattern, adds texture and depth to the surfaces. This technique is indicative of the meticulous attention to detail for which artisans in Italy were known during this period. Overall, this Venetian Cassone...

A late 17th-century English Oak chest of drawers, circa 1680, from the Charles II period. This exceptionally well-constructed sturdy chest showcases durability of oak, complemented...

Spanish Gothic Cathedral Chest, Circa 1600, decorated with Gothic motifs and a central cross. Built from solid oak , showcasing a beautiful aged patina. It shows reassuring signs of ...

This Antique Elizabethan Tudor Oak Court Cupboard, dating to the late 16th century, exemplifies the craftsmanship and aesthetic values of the Tudor period. Constructed from richly gr...

An important antique English Jacobean carved oak court cupboard, from the reign of King Charles I, dated 1630. The rectangular overhanging top with a carved arcaded frieze, to the ce...

Large English Charles I Oak and Inlaid Court Cupboard, Yorkshire circa 1640, having a boarded top with a delicately carved edge above a leave-carved frie...

Discover the elegance of an Early 20th Century Jacobean Style Court Cabinet at Mid Century Traders. This oak carved cabinet showcases a stunning design that resonates with timeless c...