Italian 17th Century Walnut Buffet with Drop Front, Hidden Drawers and Two Doors - JAA
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Italian 17th Century Walnut Buffet with Drop Front, Hidden Drawers and Two Doors
An Italian seventeenth-century walnut buffet with drop-front and concealed drawers. The upper section features a drop-front panel that opens to reveal five hidden drawers — a form of secret storage characteristic of Italian Renaissance and Baroque case furniture, where the concealment of valuables behind apparently plain surfaces was both practical and a demonstration of the cabinetmaker's ingenuity. A dentil molding crowns this section. Below, two doors with recessed panels and ornate iron hardware provide the primary closed storage. The walnut is of fine quality, the natural grain prominent in the panel faces. The piece carries a deep, dark patina accumulated over more than three centuries of use and handling. An unusual and historically significant example of seventeenth-century Italian cabinetmaking. 67.7"W × 26.3"D × 49.2"H.
Antique Condition & Upholstery Disclaimer
This item is an authentic antique. Due to its age and historical use, signs of wear, surface variation, repairs, and imperfections are to be expected. These characteristics are inherent to antique pieces and contribute to their unique character and authenticity.Upholstery may show wear, subtle fading, texture variation, or irregularities consistent with age and use.Please review all photographs carefully for condition details and contact us prior to purchase with any questions.
Place of Origin: Italy
Period: 17th Century
Dimensions: 67.7"W x 26.3"D x 49.2"H
Inventory Number: YY375
Location: WRH
Price: $ 7950
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