A FRANCO-FLEMISH OAK AND CHESTNUT CHEST, MID-TO-LATE 16TH CENTURY

with opening lid, the facade with Gothic elements, the keyhole fastened with wrought iron; overall dimensions: 84 (h) x 56 (w) x 127 (l) cm (33 1/8 x 22 x 50 in.)

PROVENANCE
Property of the Nicholas Roerich Museum, New York, sold for its benefit

CONDITION
The chest is in age-appropriate but stable condition. Loss to the front right lid. The wood has splintered on the right center edge. Visible surface scuffs and scratches to the chest in various places. Animal claw marks on the left front.

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