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This storage chest is richly ornamented: the three carved statues on the front represent the Dutch commanders William of Orange and his sons, Maurice and Frederick Henry. All three fought for the liberation of the north Netherlandish provinces. The panels between them present scenes from the Old Testament story of Susanna, who is threatened by two elderly men.

Credits:

Wood shavings photo by Clem Onojeghuo

Chest ornamented with scenes from the story of Susanna, anonymous, c. 1625 – c. 1650 wood (plant material), h 69.5cm × w 154.5cm × d 61.8cm, Rijkmuseum, Amsterdam.

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