# 13 Hand Painted Chest Year:16-17th century Moss Green

Moss Green

The deep burgundy tones on the wide

this design is woven in a pallet of rich and complimentary colors in wool and silk that add texture and light to this beautiful design

The meandering flowers and vines set against a backdrop of deep red and the dark navy border with its repeating motif of flowers and vines is a beautiful re-creation of a classic design

This beautifully complex design that has been anchored in a soft rose and pink background

# 13 Hand Painted Chest Year:16-17th century Moss GreenThis 16th 17th century chest is one of the oldest in the collection. Perhaps because of its relatively smaller size, it is in excellent condition. In the center medallion, a flaming jewel sits atop a lotus blossom surrounded by swirling leaves. The deep red of the simple background is further decorated in the corners with swirling cloud like lines in gold, outlined in green. The most striking decorative feature is the elaborate metal work of the many