An Italian walnut cassone, Tuscan, 17th century

with a raised rectangular top, the front and sides with stop fluting and centred with a coat of arms above a scrolled and gadrooned base, on paw front feet and bracket rear feet

The rectangular top with damages and losses to the wood partly caused by old woodworm which appears to be no longer active, and old restorations, notably to the right hand side border. The lid with internal reinforcements. There are losses and cracks throughout and one crack to the lower right side of the front frieze. The feet are distressed but secure. The back feet are later.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Two similar cassoni, formerly at Palazzo Sacchetti, Rome, were sold Sotheby's London, Of Royal and Noble Descent, 19 January 2016, lots 6 and 103.