Antique French Medieval Gothic Carved Oak Chest Coffer 17th Century Panels 1679 Drawings & Prints his passion of nature and

his passion of nature and his taste for country scenes

she was awarded the Gold Medal For Career Achievement from The Portrait Society of America and the Texas Medal of Arts

notably through his participation in the 1900 Paris World’s Fair

to the right on the ground is the kings shield featuring a cross and resting on his battleaxe

Antique French Medieval Gothic Carved Oak Chest Coffer 17th Century Panels 1679 Drawings & Prints his passion of nature andA fine antique 17th century French Gothic carved oak lidded chest or coffer, dated 1679. The chest was assembled in the mid 19th century with original carved panels from the 1600s. The 17th century panels showcase the extravagant Gothic style, characterized by dense, quatrefoils and flame like tracery (fenestrage), mimicking early Gothic windows. The chest has a sloped hinged lid with three deeply carved panels, inside is a clean and aroma free area,