Antique Monumental German Carved Oak Baroque Marquetry Dowry Chest Coffer 1723 Paintings An engraving based on this

An engraving based on this painting was produced in 1596 by the German/Dutch engraver

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5" wide X 32" tall X 3

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Antique Monumental German Carved Oak Baroque Marquetry Dowry Chest Coffer 1723 Paintings An engraving based on thisA rare & monumental antique German Baroque early 18th century dowry chest coffer, named & dated 1723. The chest of a rare & unusual size, the top with a lift up lid with hand forged strap hinges. The front of the chest is profusely & sumptuously carved, the chest has four carved panels with the family names; "Adelheit" & "Kosters" and the year "Anno 1723" and the day & month "D7 September". The carved arcaded front with four architectural arches, each