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18th Century Rococo German Painted and Gilt Wine Cooler in the Form of a Swan

About the Item

Extraordinary wine-cooler in the form of a beautifully sculpted, gilt and polychromed Swan of impressive stature, makes certainly the conversation-piece of the party. The white painted swan's body set into a gilt base with a decorative open carved frieze, standing on four bold cabriole legs ending in paw-feet , the back of the swan's body removable and revealing a tin-lined basin that can be filled with ice to hold several wine bottles.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Troy, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: J_5291stDibs: LU85274368583
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