Who created "Cassone (one of a pair)"?

Cassone (one of a pair) was created by Italian (Florentine?) Painter in second quarter 15th century.

When was "Cassone (one of a pair)" created?

This artwork was created second quarter 15th century.

What medium is "Cassone (one of a pair)"?

Cassone (one of a pair) is Tempera on lindenwood, molded and gilt ornament.

Is "Cassone (one of a pair)" in the public domain?

Yes, Cassone (one of a pair) is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Cassone (one of a pair)

Italian (Florentine?) Painter

second quarter 15th century

Medium

Tempera on lindenwood, molded and gilt ornament

Dimensions

29 1/2 x 62 1/4 x 23 3/4 in. (74.9 x 158.1 x 60.3 cm)

Classification

Woodwork-Furniture|Paintings

Culture

Italian, probably Florence

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Bequest of George Blumenthal, 1941

Accession Number

41.190.130

Tags

ChildrenMenWomenHorses

Art Historical Context

This exquisite *cassone*, one of a lively painted pair from the second quarter the 15th century hails from Italy—likely Florence—and served as a wedding chest for storing a bride's dowry linens and treasures. Cassoni like this were prized status symbols in Renaissance households, often commissioned for elite marriages to display wealth and virtue through elaborate decoration. Adorned with molded and gilt ornamentation, its lindenwood body—light yet sturdy—provided an ideal surface for storytelling panels that brought classical tales or moral narratives to life. Crafted in tempera on wood, a h...

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Cassone (one of a pair)

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