Bidspirit auction | Aragonese bank, Aragonese School, 17th

Aragonese bank, Aragonese School, 17th century - Walnut wood with marquetry and inlays. Measures 19 x 32 x 15 cm. Rectangular box raised on turned feet and decorated with meticulous geometric marquetry on the lid and front. Rhomboid motifs formed by fine interlacing lines create an orderly and elegant composition, enriched by small inlays in contrasting tones. The central lock and the architectural simplicity of the piece reflect traditional models developed in Aragon during the Early Modern period. The precision of the decoration demonstrates remarkable craftsmanship, while the warmth of the walnut wood lends chromatic depth and a sense of material nobility. These boxes served to safeguard documents, jewelry, and valuables, and were prized for both their utility and their decorative richness. Measures: 19 x 32 cm.