Cabinet c. 1640

Adam Eck's "Cabinet" (c. 1640) is a fine example of 17th-century German decorative arts. The cabinet features a dark wood base with intricate ivory inlay, forming elaborate floral and geometric patterns. The upper section, which houses a clock, features a carved ivory figure of a woman, adding a touch of classical elegance. This cabinet, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies the skilled craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibilities of the period.