A Dutch carved oak cupboard 'Beeldenkast' Renaissance, dated 1637, with 19th century alterations

the protruding cornice above a figured and acanthus scrolled frieze flanked and divided by male and female masks, above three terms in front of two inverted panelled doors depicting allegorical figures of Faith and Charity, the lower two doors depicting allegorical figures of Justice, Prudence, Hope and Fortitude, interposed by three Ionic pilasters, above two drawers centred and flanked by lion's heads, raised on ball and stile feet

With the Museum Lambert van Meerten, Delft, circa 1918

K. Sluyterman, Huisraad en binnenhuis in vroegere eeuwen, Den Haag, 1925, p. 164.

In overall good condition, with the inevitable minor dents, marks and scratches due to age and use. Two small mouldings lacking to the central herm. Minor restorations to the back of the cupboard. Minor traces of old woodworm to the backside of the cupboard. Both panels with acathus scolls to the higher sides of the cupboard, behind the outer herm are 18th century. The construction of the upper section of the cupboard most probably alterered in the 19th century. Very attractive piece.
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