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Pair of Italian 18th Century Venetian Giltwood and Polychrome Torchère

$69,000per set
£52,141.02per set
€60,210.09per set
CA$96,417.08per set
A$106,982.88per set
CHF 56,039.93per set
MX$1,311,897.28per set
NOK 712,808.64per set
SEK 672,860.95per set
DKK 449,024.40per set
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About the Item

A stunning true pair of Italian 18th century Venetian giltwood and polychrome torchières. Each impressive and life sized torchières raised by a wonderfully executed tripod base with a most decorative black polychrome rock design. Standing above are the richly carved and intricately detailed beautiful maidens each draped in a flowing fabric. They each display striking facial expressions and hold up a reeded candle cup above their heads. Rich satin and burnished finish and all original gilt throughout.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 71.75 in (182.25 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 101361stDibs: LU949927492842

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