Grand coffre en noyer et marqueterie de bois fruitier travail étranger, probablement Suisse Allemanique, du XVIIe siècle

à décor de vases de fleurs et rinceaux, la façade architecturée scandée de pilastres cannelés  et d'arcades, ouvrant à deux vantaux et deux tiroirs ; muni de poignées de bronze doré sur les côtés ; reposant sur des pieds en boule applatie

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. Good overall condition despite the inevitable scratches and marks throughout due to age and use. There are the usual restoration the marquetry and to the veneer. There are some old restored shrinkage cracks to the veneer and to the marquetry. There are to shrinkage cracks on the lower right hand side front corner. A shrinkage crack on a front foot. A minor chip on the edge of a stone panel on the top. The inner hinges have been replaced. Usual restoration for that kind of furniture. Very nice patina. Ready to use.
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