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Cassone

early 15th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Cassone
  • Date: early 15th century
  • Culture: Italian
  • Medium: Wood, gesso, gold leaf, velvet
  • Dimensions: 23 x 67 1/2 x 23 1/2 in. (58.4 x 171.5 x 59.7 cm)
  • Classification: Woodwork-Furniture
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1905
  • Object Number: 05.23.8
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters
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