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Antique French Architectural Spiral Turned Giltwood Column Tall Pedestal Carving

$2,350
£1,748
€2,046.57
CA$3,279.05
A$3,669.35
CHF 1,915.96
MX$45,110.80
NOK 24,172.05
SEK 22,745.78
DKK 15,268.95
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A most impressive authentic antique architectural salvage hand carved gessoed and gilded solid wood spiral turned classical Ionic order column, with lavishly decorated shaft wrapped in trailing foliage relief carvings, topped with an integral capital with scroll volutes. France, 19th century, luxurious Baroque taste, almost certainly commissioned for and originally part of a Catholic church, this repurposed building element now mounted on a substantial white painted domed cylindrical base and fashioned into a highly decorative sculptural object / display pedestal / torchiere candle stand or potentially mounted as an electrified floor lamp / jardiniere plant stand or whatever else you can imagine! Dimensions (approx): 51.5" Tall, 13.5" Diameter Condition: Overall great antique condition with warm rich patina and brilliant luster. On sturdy later base. Likely regilded or touched up in the past. Strong, stable, structurally sound. Wear consistent with age, use, handling & exposure, including scattered nicks, chippy paint losses, exposing gesso, old nail holes from mounting, etc. Some fading, discoloration and surface fissures to base. Nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality, but only adds to the authenticity, sophisticated antique character, charm, elegant warmth, and unique rich historical interest! The photos finish the description. Worldwide Professional Shipping / In-home White-glove Delivery Service available. Please allow up to eight weeks for delivery. Local Pick-up & Delivery available around Dallas, Texas Keywords: Victorian era circa 1875 European antiques French Neoclassical Empire Louis XV XVI Greek Greco-Roman Italian Baroque Spanish Colonial Medieval Renaissance Mediterranean Revival old world Europe Corinthian columns pillar salvaged architecture building fragment rustic industrial ornament religious altar stick pricket altarstick candlestick candle stand holder freestanding sculpture statue barley twist vineyard winery grape press screw ancient temple inspiration gold golden home decor Hollywood Regency Glam gilt wood dore bronze ormolu
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 51.5 in (130.81 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1875
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Mounted on later sturdy weighted base, making it ideal for both display and/or func)tional use. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good condition, especially considering it's age/salvage. Attractive appearance, warm rich patina, lustrous sheen. Retaining antique character, wear commensurate w/age/use. Please see description & review photos for details. Strong sturdy stable.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977226984262

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