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Casket (coffanetto or scrigno), ca. 1570–90, Beechwood, Honduras rosewood veneer, partially gilded, painted and lacquered, g…
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Casket (coffanetto or scrigno)

Maker unknown · ca. 1570–90

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)
Accession
57.25a, b
Credit line
Rogers Fund, 1957
Culture
Italian, Venice
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