Lot 472
A South German cabinet case with raised silver hunting scenes, probably Augsburg, mid 17th century
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
The body made of softwood with ebonised fruitwood veneer. A large drawer in the substantial pedestal. Two small ripple mouldings have been lost, the key not included. The hunting scene with handles of tin-plated iron on the side, the double doors with coffering of ripple moulding. Finely chased silver reliefs on the insides of the doors, framed with ripple moulding. The interior comprises eight drawers around a central compartment, between which are two pilasters with silver appliqués. Each front is decorated with hammered silver reliefs featuring hunting scenes. A depiction of Diana, goddess of the hunt, on the central door. Three drawers at the back of the compartment. Behind the left column is a secret compartment with four additional drawers. The lockable top piece has a folding lid. The hinge is broken, the underside of the cover plate with a modern metal reinforcement. Restored in places, most of the locks and hinges are new. The interiors of the drawers lined with old decorative paper. Dimensions 63 x 57.5 x 35.5 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
