1525 - Eger Cabinet — 2nd half of the 17th century — Probably by the “Master with the Diamond-Patterned Background”; crafted using the so-called relief inlay technique. Two-door cabinet on a wide, molded base with angled feet; topped by a stepped superimposed section with a cornice, featuring relief inlays depicting courtly social scenes and battle scenes, as well as feasting Landsknechts and floral ornamentation, framed by a wavy frieze. When opened, a removable compartment is accessible behind the tabernacle door, with a small three-drawer box located behind it. Numerous hardwoods and softwoods; iron side carrying handles; drawers lined with paste-coated paper on the inside. 67 x 52 x 34 cm. — See Ewarld Berger: “Prunkkassetten: Masterpieces from the Hans Schell Collection,” starting on p. 53. Museum-quality collection piece in its original condition.