18th Century Polychromed Architectural Niche Façade from Italy

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18th Century Polychromed Architectural Niche Façade from Italy

SKU: 422-55 Category:

SOLD

Description

Hand-carved in Italy during the 1700’s, this architectural façade has a polychrome paint that features gold with red accents. There is a central niche that measures 12” H x 9” W with a red border. The cutout is flanked by a pair of S-scrolls on top of C-scrolls, all with foliate detailing. A leaf with curled edges can be seen beneath the window, with a fascinating center noix comprised of spiral lobes. Above the niche is a scalloped shell that is partially obscured by a red drapery, reminiscent of a stage curtain. The drapery is topped by an outward curving canopy of crenellation that is embellished with a lozenge diaper pattern. At the top is a crown comprised of a curled acanthus adorned with gadrooning and a leaf cup finial. Our 18th century architectural niche can be hung as a a piece of sculptural art.  It can also be fitted with a piece of antique glass to make a fabulous and unique wall mirror.

CONDITION: Antique strong condition with old repairs and more recent restoration work. Losses to paint and wood as seen in photos.

INFORMATION
Country Of Origin

Italy

Of The Period

Baroque

Age

1700's

Dimensions

H - 39, W - 21 1/8, D - 10

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Description

Hand-carved in Italy during the 1700’s, this architectural façade has a polychrome paint that features gold with red accents. There is a central niche that measures 12” H x 9” W with a red border. The cutout is flanked by a pair of S-scrolls on top of C-scrolls, all with foliate detailing. A leaf with curled edges can be seen beneath the window, with a fascinating center noix comprised of spiral lobes. Above the niche is a scalloped shell that is partially obscured by a red drapery, reminiscent of a stage curtain. The drapery is topped by an outward curving canopy of crenellation that is embellished with a lozenge diaper pattern. At the top is a crown comprised of a curled acanthus adorned with gadrooning and a leaf cup finial. Our 18th century architectural niche can be hung as a a piece of sculptural art.  It can also be fitted with a piece of antique glass to make a fabulous and unique wall mirror.

CONDITION: Antique strong condition with old repairs and more recent restoration work. Losses to paint and wood as seen in photos.

INFORMATION
Country Of Origin

Italy

Of The Period

Baroque

Age

1700's

Dimensions

H - 39, W - 21 1/8, D - 10

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