Casket (coffanetto or scrigno)

ca. 1570–90

Not on view

The dark rosewood was lacquered with a transparent varnish and decorated with a dense arabesque pattern in gold leaf, lending the casket a distinctly Ottoman flavor. It was fitted with a removable tray, and the interior space was divided into various compartments for toiletries. The removable mirror in the lid gives access to a hidden storage compartment.

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Title: Casket (coffanetto or scrigno)
Date: ca. 1570–90
Culture: Italian, Venice
Medium: Beechwood, Honduras rosewood veneer, partially gilded, painted and lacquered, gold powder, gold leaf, silver flakes, silver-gilt handle
Dimensions: Overall (confirmed): 7 3/4 x 16 7/16 x 11 3/8 in. (19.7 x 41.8 x 28.9 cm);
Height (with handle): 10 3/8 in. (26.4 cm)
Classification: Woodwork-Furniture
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1957
Object Number: 57.25a, b
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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