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Pair of Italian Giltwood Sphinx Wall Shelves, 18th Century, Directoire Period

About the Item

A pair of superb and monumental 1700s Italian giltwood sphinx wall shelves. Hand carved wood wall bracket shelves, with incredibly details and wonderful gilding. Such fine workmanship in a rare large size. The tops are painted in the most gorgeous French green.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Directoire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1760s-1770s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor chips to the gilding, pls see detailed images.
  • Seller Location:
    Haddonfield, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 338181stDibs: LU943419909792
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