A richly moulded and carved Norman oak chest, rectangular in shape; the front features a medallion depicting a woman in the classical style, framed by two griffins; the sides are panelled, and the uprights are fluted columns. Normandy, 16th century. H: 87 – W: 136 – D: 60 cm Signs of wear, minor losses and restoration work; the feet have been reinforced at the rear and the lower cornice has been repaired. The front has been altered at a later date to allow it to open horizontally.