Design for a Cassone 1500 - 1550

This anonymous drawing from the early 16th century is a design for a *cassone*, a type of chest used in Renaissance Italy for storing wedding trousseaux. The *cassone* was a central piece of furniture in a bride's dowry, often decorated with scenes from mythology or literature. This design features a classical architectural motif with a central panel adorned with intricate scrollwork and classical motifs. The design offers insights into the decorative styles and craftsmanship of the Italian Renaissance.