Italian Giltwood Overdoor Ornament Panel, circa 1740

Each issuing stylized leaf scrolls terminating in a candlecup Dimensions : W. 34.5 in; H. 12. in; D. 4.5 in; W. 31.5 in; H. 13.5 in; D. 7 in;

Rectangular top raised on shaped trestle supports with underscrolled feet joined by arched iron stretchers.

Demilune tops above shaped trestle supports with under scrolled feet joined by scrolling stretcher.

Pair of Italian painted and parcel gilt panels. Bouquet finial supported by cherub in beaded frame , Three carved vertical columns of twisting floral forms. Carved sunburst pattern a...

Each spiral shaft entwined with cast foliage , supporting a Corinthian capital on stepped base with floral swag .

The rectangular single plank top with molded edge on trestles joined by stretchers.

The reign of Napoleon III, often referred to as “The Second Empire”, featured an amalgamation of styles from previous regimes, ranging from the light and airy Rococo of Louis XV to the more stoic Neoclassical trophies of Louis XVI. Our painted giltwood overdoor from circa 1850 is in the vein of a Regence or Louis XV adaptation of the Napoleon III period. The piece is adorned with flowing motifs inspired by nature, such as the curled leaves, scalloped shell, and deep carvings seen on the overdoor. A main principle of Napoleon III furnishings was to utilize every inch available, as noted by the gadrooned leaf and rinceaux that emanate from behind the center medallion, forming a sprawling border. The medallion features an amazing high relief carving of a floral bouquet surrounded by curled leaves with scrolled tendrils and raised, asymmetrical panels. At the top is a scalloped shell, which is mimicked by a pair of parted leaves set at an angle in each of the upper corners. All of the carvings are presented in giltwood, which pairs nicely with the cream colored background that is enveloped in a quarter round molding (also gilded). The entire grouping is presented as a raised carving, with a thin board behind it that has tas de sable (sandpit) pilasters topped with block finials flanking the overdoor. Unique to most other antique overdoors...

Hand-painted in France, this handsome grisaille overdoor painting is from the neoclassical period, circa 1815. Grisaille is a monochromatic painting ...

17th century Italian panels gilded wood.

A very beautiful carved wooden stained glass panel, highly decorative with water gilding and stained glass panelling. Dating to the early 19th century, Italy, the panel has eight...

Ornamental wall medalion in burnt terracotta. The entire front is covered in its original white glaze. It was made on order in Italy circa 1850-1880. Su...

A group of five (5) wooden panels framed, paint and parcel-gilt, with hand-painted Classical figures, female, goddesses and / or muses with attributes, early 18th century, Italy.