Provenance

Lord John Temple Leader

British, 1810 - 1903

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The sculpture depicts a detailed casket or box with small carved figures and scenes on the lid and body. The lid features a handle with mirrored creatures with curved tails. The scenes show individuals in various poses. The casket is painted in vibrant colors including blues, reds, and golds, giving it an opulent appearance. Gold details highlight certain elements. The casket appears historical and ornate, with intricate decorative elements suggesting a frozen narrative.
Tuscan 14th Century, Cassetta, c. 1375/1400, wood, painted and gilded gesso, and lead white (?); gilded brass handle; velvet lining, Widener Collection, 1942.9.395

Cassetta

Tuscan 14th Century · c. 1375/1400 · wood, painted and gilded gesso, and lead white (?); gilded brass handle; velvet lining ·  Accession ID  1942.9.395

Bibliography

1871

  • Il Castello de Vincigliata e i suoi contorni. Florence, 1871.