Lot 126
  • 126

An Italian pokerwork and penwork-engraved cedar and cypresse cassone, probably Venetian 17th century and later

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • 85.5cm. high, 194cm. wide, 76cm. deep

Condition

In overall reasonably good condition. Dents, scratches and marks due to use and age. The hinges and lockplate possibly replaced. Horizontal dryness cracks to both sides. Overall rubbing to the painted decorations. Overall with old repairs to the veneer.
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