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Large Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Cherub Architectural Element or Wall Sculpture

About the Item

This large hand-carved wooden cherub is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Germany and dating to approximately 1750 and done in the period Rococo style. The sculpture is composed of a softwood which has been hand-carved and joined in several places as a depiction of a cherub with gilt accents. The sculpture is in good period condition and has an eye hook on the back for mounting.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Softwood,Cold-Painted,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1750
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Wear to the wooden sculpture and cold-painted finish as presented in the photos and consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hamilton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1355226845362
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