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1890s Art Nouveau Hand-Carved Walnut Wood Sicilian Fragment of an Angel

About the Item

This art nouveau sicilian carving it was part of a larger composition from a piece of furniture, it's in original very good conditions. The walnut wood has been a suitable choice for its warm tones and fine grain. The angel fragment features sinuous curves, floral elements, and a general emphasis on elegance and sensuality. The fragment incorporates cultural influences from Sicily, island well known for its religiousness which has always been part of life and also demonstrated in the furnishings of the homes.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.69 in (50 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Catania, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7139237680392
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