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19th C. Giltwood Cherub Fragment

$1,250
£949.23
€1,097.25
CA$1,756.76
A$1,956.15
CHF 1,034.46
MX$23,805.10
NOK 13,039.54
SEK 12,285.17
DKK 8,189.06

About the Item

A beautifully detailed 19th century Italian giltwood architectural fragment featuring a seated cherub atop an ornate classical base. The finely carved putto is depicted with one arm raised in a playful gesture, perched on a pedestal adorned with a central scallop shell and scrolling acanthus motifs. The piece is flanked by elegant scrollwork extending horizontally, all finished in rich, original gold leaf with a soft, timeworn patina. Likely once part of a larger ecclesiastical or palatial interior element, this fragment now serves as a striking wall-mounted sculpture or decorative accent with Old World charm and artistry.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19 in (48.26 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU842744921572

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