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Set of Three Italian Giltwood Overdoors or Supra Porta Architectural Fragments

$6,650per set
£5,108.95per set
€5,870.12per set
CA$9,354.05per set
A$10,508.85per set
CHF 5,490.89per set
MX$128,265.49per set
NOK 69,718.30per set
SEK 65,625.09per set
DKK 43,805.05per set

About the Item

Well carved architectural water gilt fragments , Italian , probably overdoor fragments . Pretty bleeding of red base coat thru the lemon toned gilding . An "overdoor" (or "Supraporte" as in German, or "sopraporte" as in Italian) is a painting, bas-relief or decorative panel, generally in a horizontal format, that is set, typically within or attached to ornamental mouldings, over a door, or was originally intended for this purpose. Usually decorative and often carved , painted , gilded or inset with a painting. Sometimes found with a shelf for supporting a bust or porcelain vase. Gilt and water gilt , carved in relief . Red bole bleeding as shown in photos . Minor losses to gilding , very minor nicks , dings and losses to general carving. One panel painted with Roman numerals for two . Some white paint drips ( back side ) .
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Gilt and water gilt , carved in relief . Red bole bleeding as shown in photos . Minor losses to gilding , very minor nicks , dings and losses to general carving. One panel painted with Roman numerals for two . Some white paint drips ( back side ) .
  • Seller Location:
    Nashville, TN
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: charlottelsville1stDibs: LU928439258932

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