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16th Century Venetian Renaissance Cedar Wood Cassone
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 is not only a functional piece of furniture but also a work of art that encapsulates the times in which it was made.
This chest''s provenance ties it to Broom Hall, a Grade II listed mansion in Gwynedd, built for Rowland Jones in the 18th century , a wealthy London attorney with cosmopolitan tastes.
Dimensions 187cm width x 65cm high x 60cm depth
SellerSchool House Antiques
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School House Antiques
Private dealer
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Broxbourne
Hertfordshire
Tel : 07498776944
Non UK callers : +44 7498776944
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 is not only a functional piece of furniture but also a work of art that encapsulates the times in which it was made.
This chest''s provenance ties it to Broom Hall, a Grade II listed mansion in Gwynedd, built for Rowland Jones in the 18th century , a wealthy London attorney with cosmopolitan tastes.
Dimensions 187cm width x 65cm high x 60cm depth
Price
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Category Antique Furniture
Period 16th Century Antiques
Material Wood
Origin Venetian
Item code as1029a302
Status For Sale
£6850.00 
$9164.62
€7984.36
$9164.62
€7984.36
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All our items are professionally packed and insured against loss or damage.
We only use professional shipping companies with a good track record to ensure that your items are in safe hands.
All deliveries are "sign for" by default.
Please, contact us if you require any of our items to be shipped abroad, as delivery costs available on the website are for the UK only.
Tracking is not included. Please contact us if you require a tracked delivery.
If you would like to arrange your own courier or collect the item yourself, please let us know at the time of the purchase
We always ensure, that all our items are expertly packed, but we do relay on third parties for delivery. In the unlikely event your purchase arrives damaged, please accept our sincere apologies, retain any original packing and send us an email with the pictures of the damage ( we ask that any loss or damage is reported to us via email within 24 hours to unable us to proceed with an insurance claim ). We always endeavour to work out the best solution for the purchaser .
Unless otherwise agreed, buyers are responsible for the payment of local import duties in their country of origin .
All our items are professionally packed and insured against loss or damage.
We only use professional shipping companies with a good track record to ensure that your items are in safe hands.
All deliveries are "sign for" by default.
Please, contact us if you require any of our items to be shipped abroad, as delivery costs available on the website are for the UK only.
Tracking is not included. Please contact us if you require a tracked delivery.
If you would like to arrange your own courier or collect the item yourself, please let us know at the time of the purchase
We always ensure, that all our items are expertly packed, but we do relay on third parties for delivery. In the unlikely event your purchase arrives damaged, please accept our sincere apologies, retain any original packing and send us an email with the pictures of the damage ( we ask that any loss or damage is reported to us via email within 24 hours to unable us to proceed with an insurance claim ). We always endeavour to work out the best solution for the purchaser .
Unless otherwise agreed, buyers are responsible for the payment of local import duties in their country of origin .
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All payments must be made in GBP
We accept Bank transfers, Debit and Credit Cards, Cashier Cheques - please note, that we will only release the item once the payment is cleared.
Unless otherwise agreed, all payments must be made within 3 working days of the date of an invoice.
Payments via instalments . We can offer purchase via instalments splitting payments over the period of a few months (subject to an agreement). The first payment is treated as a non refundable deposit The item will be released once payment has been received in full.
We accept Bank transfers, Debit and Credit Cards, Cashier Cheques - please note, that we will only release the item once the payment is cleared.
Unless otherwise agreed, all payments must be made within 3 working days of the date of an invoice.
Payments via instalments . We can offer purchase via instalments splitting payments over the period of a few months (subject to an agreement). The first payment is treated as a non refundable deposit The item will be released once payment has been received in full.
View all stock from
School House Antiques
Private dealerBy appointment only
Broxbourne
Hertfordshire
Tel : 07498776944
Non UK callers : +44 7498776944
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