A 16th century and later Italian walnut cassone, with hinged lid with gadrooned edge. The front panel carved with central human mask, and floral motifs, outer acanthus detail is set above a gadrooned border, and sits on paw feet, this is a rare and beautiful find with intricate carving and excellent condition.

Dimensions: 163cm wide, 56cm deep, 60cm high.

Provenance: This is from the estate of Professor James Griffin, formerly White’s Professor of Moral Philosophy at Oxford University, and an Emeritus Fellow of Corpus Christi college, Oxford UK.

Pricing available upon request