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Late 18th Century Lacquered Sicilian Noble Blanket Chest
€3.600,00€
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This exquisite Late 18th Century Sicilian Noble Blanket Chest is a rare testament to the grandeur of Italian provincial furniture and aristocratic heritage. Hand-crafted from warm, honey-toned wood, the chest features a distinctive slanted "tombstone" lid and is elevated by dramatic, hand-carved lion paw feet that lend it a powerful, authoritative silhouette. The facade is richly decorated with hand-painted lacquered iconography, including a central coronet crown, a noble coat of arms featuring a checkered shield, and a rampant lion framed by sweeping acanthus scrolls. Every inch of the piece tells a story, from the authentic forged iron hardware and heavy-duty locking escutcheon to the visible dovetail joinery that speaks to its 200-year-old construction. The aged lacquer has developed a magnificent craquelure and deep amber glow, preserving the hand-painted details while celebrating the natural wear and character expected of a true 1700s heirloom. This chest is not merely a storage piece but a significant historical artifact that brings the regal atmosphere of a Sicilian villa into a contemporary interior.
- Dimensions:Height: 38.19 in (97 cm)Width: 45.28 in (115 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)
Late 18th Century Lacquered Sicilian Noble Blanket Chest
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