Lombard chest from the Brescia/Valcamonica area, from the first half of the 17th century.
Measurements: width cm.152; depth cm.56; height cm.59
Features:
structure entirely in walnut, with lid-front-back-sides made of solid whole boards with a thickness of 2-3 cm.;
lid with high toothed chain;
central front panel free, with margins framed by a triple linear relief molding;
lateral pilasters with a strong projection, finely carved with acanthus leaves ending with a spherical flower in high relief;
high and energetic smooth cyma with a strong trapezoidal projection, supported by a linear corbel of 16th-century tradition;
original front feet, in walnut, carved with a claw foot;
internal drawer and original lock with key;
Defects:
rear support feet are restorations;
lid hinges replaced in ancient times;
small restorations.
Overall, the furniture has reached our time in very good condition.
