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Pair of 19th-Century Italian Polychrome and Parcel-Gilt Altar Prickets

$2,600per set
£1,968.45per set
€2,279.69per set
CA$3,679.59per set
A$4,122.63per set
CHF 2,143.95per set
MX$49,948.79per set
NOK 27,314.85per set
SEK 25,499.36per set
DKK 17,017.43per set

About the Item

Pair of 19th-Century Italian Polychrome and Parcel-Gilt Altar Prickets A graceful pair of 19th-century Italian altar prickets, hand-carved in wood with their original polychrome and parcel-gilt finish, exuding the quiet elegance of provincial ecclesiastical art. These devotional objects were likely crafted for use in a side chapel or oratory and remain richly evocative of their sacred past. Resting on triform bases with small bun feet, the prickets feature gently waisted pedestals adorned with stylized floral motifs. Each column rises in a slender baluster form, encircled by hand-carved lotus leaves and crowned by oversized foliate drip pans and cup-form nozzles. The surface bears its original cream-colored paint and muted gilding, now charmingly worn and cracked, testifying to age, devotion, and time. The presence of these pieces is architectural yet restrained, their soft tones and patina making them highly versatile for both antique-inspired and contemporary interiors. They would lend serenity and history to a console table, altar-style vignette, or curated wall niche. Condition consistent with age and devotional use, including losses to the paint and minor structural cracks, which only enhance their authenticity. An exquisite example of humble sacred craftsmanship meeting timeless decorative taste.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.71 in (78 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Empire Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Rio De Janeiro, BR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9400245749672

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