Dresser with Mythological and Legendary Scenes
Datenineteenth century with elements of sixteenth century carving
CultureFrench
MediumWalnut, oak, and mahogany (?)
ClassificationFurniture
Credit LineBequest of John Ringling, 1936
Object numberSN1068
This Renaissance furniture piece is typical of northern 16th-century style, a blending of classical and medieval forms. The cupboard, in particular, shows the mixture of religious and secular imagery. A powerfully carved Annunciation group is in the center of the upper register, while below the mythological subject of the Judgment of Paris is observed. This depiction is most amusing because Paris is anachronistically shown as a medieval knight and the goddesses as Renaissance ladies.
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Dimensions57 3/4 x 42 1/4 x 17 in. (146.7 x 107.3 x 43.2 cm)- Museum of Art, Gallery 03, Wall North
Unknown
nineteenth century with elements of sixteenth century carving
Early 17th century (?) and 19th century
19th century
16th Century
19th century
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