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This object consists of 2 parts, some of which may be located elsewhere.

Chest

1623 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Coffer of wood inlaid with marquetry of coloured woods. In the front are sunk panels or niches containing allegoric figures of Faith and Charity, the panels separeted by terminal figures carved in high relief.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Key
  • Coffer
Materials and techniques
Wood, with inlay
Brief description
Marquetry with carved figures, on low stand, German 1623
Physical description
Coffer of wood inlaid with marquetry of coloured woods. In the front are sunk panels or niches containing allegoric figures of Faith and Charity, the panels separeted by terminal figures carved in high relief.
Dimensions
  • Height: 55cm
  • Length: 89cm
  • Depth: 52cm
From catalogue: H. 1' 9 1/2'', L. 2' 11'', W. 1' 8 1/4''
Object history
Bought, £ 10.
Circulation Dept. RF 22/6229
Collection
Accession number
7097:2-1860

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Record createdFebruary 23, 2005
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