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17th Century Pair of Italian Caryatids Hand-Carved Walnut Female Figures

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Pair of 17th century Italian walnut carved caryatids, an antique pair of Baroque hand-carved female figures with a beautiful dark patina. Good age related conditions, both carved panels show original iron hooks in the back, they were probably part of a paneled walls of an opulent antique building, or decorative carvings from an old piece of furniture, the pair of caryatids now are ready to hang on wall. The caryatid is a female figure as a support architectural element, with a decorative function of architraves, balustrades, balconies, shelves. The caryatid was also widely used in the decoration of furniture, sometimes completely detached from its supporting functions, only for ornamental motifs purpose. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago requires a governative license for export called Belle Arti. The shipping may require additional 2/3 handling weeks to require and get the license according to the final destination of the artwork.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Early 17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1630
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A9741stDibs: LU2160328599032
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