Casket - !9th-century style - Large and heavy ornate...

Italy, ca. 1950 Richly decorated box of cast tin (pewter 95%), executed in a historicizing Baroque style. The lid rises to a pyramid shape, with a leaf border and chased scrollwork, and has a large swinging handle in the form of curling acanthus leaves. The bulging walls feature finely dotted backgrounds with arabesques, interlacing stems and a key plate. On the corners are three-dimensional putti heads (cherubs), and the box stands on four fluted, foliated feet. The surface has a warm patina, partly gilt-gold and partly grey-silver. At the bottom is a diamond-shaped stamp: PELTRATO 95% F.G. Around it in four languages: PEWTER / ZINN / TIN / ÉTAIN VÉRITABLE Material: cast tin (95%), with traces of gilding or a gold-toned layer Handle: movable swinging handle, raised in the photos Lock: keyhole present; the key is not present. Condition: signs of use and an uneven patina. There is light oxidation on the lid, and the edge of the lid is slightly damaged or rough in the photos. The lid requires a bit of assistance to open. Dimensions: approx. 25 cm H to the handle approx. 17 cm H to the lid approx. 17 cm W approx. 23 cm L Will be well packed and insured shipped.

Estimate:$201.98

View all items fromCatawikiorFurniture, Design & Mirrors