Cypress chest with rich interior decoration carved... Lot 36

Cypress chest with rich interior decoration carved in a flat pattern with punched backgrounds and ink highlights. Dovetailed case with compartments and drawers; scenes from the Life of Christ with Crucifixion under the lid, Tetramorph at the four corners and, on the perimeter, the Annunciation, the Nativity, the Adoration of the Magi, the Baptism in the Jordan, the Resurrection of Lazarus, the Washing of the Feet, the Entry into Jerusalem, the Last Supper, the Kiss of Judas, the Appearance before Pilate, the Flagellation, the Resurrection; panel with flap decorated with the Coronation of the Virgin uncovering drawers and compartments with Jesus in the tomb surrounded by the Instruments of the Passion, saints and foliage. Northern Italy, second half of the 15th century Height : 25 cm - Length : 68 cm - Depth : 44 cm Missing drawers, accidents and restorations. LF