Noble chest from the late 16th century in carved walnut (SOLD)

Noble chest in carved walnut of exceptional beauty, with particularly rich decoration originating from the city of Trento, and made in the late 16th century. The edge of the lid is delineated by a carving with a nail motif. The splendid single-section front panel features a vase in the center with a tree of life with spiral motifs rich in vine shoots and bunches of grapes, a symbol of abundance and prosperity. On either side, the typical side pilasters in the guise of acanthus leaves that distinguish the chests from Trentino. Important Renaissance-style base supported by feral paws. The furniture is absolutely intact, authentic in every part, and in excellent condition. The piece is distinguished by the accuracy of the carving and the elegance of the structure, as well as by the extraordinary chiaroscuro effect created by the play of carving. Towards the mid-16th century, an event of extraordinary importance took place in the city of Trento, which saw the meeting of all the high offices of the Church of Rome aimed at countering the Lutheran Protestant Reformation. The "Council of Trent" for several years (1545-1563) brought the small city to become the center of interest for all of Europe. This resulted in an extraordinary socio-cultural evolution with great social and artistic fervor. The presence of the Popes who succeeded one another in those years, from Paul III to Pius IV, led to the creation of splendid artifacts in the Renaissance Palaces of Trento, among which the chests stood out, which were practically the only furniture of the time. This splendid chest, coming from a Noble Palace of the City, is part of those magnificent furnishings. Measurements (cm): 170 x 55 h. 70 It is certified that the chest is of the correct era and not a reproduction made in subsequent centuries. ALL PHOTOGRAPHIC DETAILS ON https://www.antichitaischia.it/it/prodotto/cassapanca-in-noce-scolpito-del--500-