186 - A 17TH CENTURY ARAGONESE VARGUENO WITH MARQUETRY WOODWORK

A 17TH CENTURY ARAGONESE VARGUENO WITH MARQUETRY WOODWORK An impressive piece of furniture, a monetary chest from the very late Renaissance or early Baroque. This 17th-century vargueno is made in the style of the Aragon Crown, but most probably in the continental Italian dependencies of the Spanish kingdom. A fine and detailed marquetry work with floral scroll motifs covers the outer surface of the cabinet as well as the internal drawers. The locked design matches the Herrerian style. The interior body is divided into 14 drawers of different shapes and sizes. Currently, a late 19th-century neo-Churrigueresque table pedestal works as the base for the piece. Included in the lot. Dimensions: H: 21 1/8 in., (53.5 cm.); W: 35 1/2 in., (90 cm.) Condition: Very good. Normal surface wear and age especially at edges and corners. Some minor manufacturing imperfections. The lock works properly. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.