Gesso Furniture

A classic vintage gold-tone frame featuring floral motifs and acanthus ornamentation—fully in the Rococo style—dating from around the mid-20th century. This beautiful frame boasts a...

Very unusual antique oversized monumental mirrored wall panel - painted a beautiful shade of muted pink Gorgeous carved shell and floral motif Det...

Art Nouveau Rectangular Mirror with Foliage Frame, Wood, Gold Leaf Outstanding finely carved wood Art Nouveau mirror. Spain, 1930s Carved wood and gold leaf gilding. The frame has f...

Elegant Gilt Mirror, believed to be Italian circa 1940s. It was recently removed from The Carlyle Hotel in NYC. It measures an impressive 50.5" heigh...

These magnificent floor lamps are a masterclass in Surrealist Regency design, heavily inspired by the iconic sculptural works of Serge Roche. Each torchere features a towering, slend...

Empire Neoclassical gilt mirror. Antique Italian gilt Neoclassical mirror frame with interior leaf and dart holding with large ogee band and o...

A huge plaster relief depicting motherhood ( titled Materniita) attributed to Domenico De Lisi C1920 Italy . Literature: Gio Acchino Barbera , De Lisi Benedetto in Dizianario biogra...

French foliage grapevine gilt wood and gesso flanking dove wall mirror. Early 19th Century. Mirror retains the original silvered looking glass and...

A fine large French arch top wall or overmantle mirror from the Louis Philippe period. Featuring a moulded surround with a beautiful patinated gold-leaf - the wider scale frame has ...

An extraordinary 19th century Italian Rococo giltwood mirror richly carved with exuberant detail and figural ornamentation. The crest is surmounted by a reclining putto reading from ...

Completely hand-crafted in 18th century Spain, this sculpture of the Virgin Mary of Immaculate Conception stands 1.5 meters / 5 feet tall, is topped by a silver halo / crown, and was most certainly created for devotional purposes, to be displayed in a church or chapel. Besides its impressive size, this sculpture is an excellent, truly museum-quality example of the Spanish “Estofado” polychrome technique, developed during the Gothic period to imitate rich brocade fabrics. The finely carved “fabric” areas of the sculpture would be first covered in gesso, and then a layer of gold leaf would be applied. The gold leaf would then be painted over with various colors of tempera paints. Once dry, the painted surface would be incised or scratched away in patterns, revealing the gold beneath. The sculpture was professionally restored in 2022 by a firm that is often contracted by the Spanish government to work on historic building interiors and museum pieces. The virgin was carefully cleaned, repaired and its condition stabilized. A complete and fully-illustrated restoration report will be included with purchase. Often confused with the virgin birth of Jesus, the belief that the Blessed Virgin Mary herself was conceived “immaculately” without original sin has been variously defended and debated within the Catholic Church since the pre-Middle Ages. For centuries, artists struggled to create an acceptable visual representation of this highly abstract concept, in part taking inspiration from the Book of Revelation and other scriptural sources. In this case, we see the Virgin standing on a half moon (biblically inspired, though also an ancient symbol of chastity) with her long natural hair loose down her back, another indication of purity. Both her white tunic and flowing blue mantle...

A fine custom made Louis XV or Rococo style table. With a gessoed and gilt wooden base in the high Rococo style with carved "C" and "S" scroll legs & stretcher and a shaped top. ...

A fine tall French arch top wall or over-mantle mirror or floor standing mirror. from the Louis Philippe period, circa 1860. Featuring a moulded frame surround with a beautiful pati...

Polychrome Santo Niño Figure 19th century, Guatemala. Carved and polychromed wood figure of the Christ Child, depicted with delicate features and a naturali...

Light blue decorative wall panel with white and gold reliefs, handmade in Italy by Cupioli. Elegant decorative wall panel, made entirely by hand, inspired by the iconic Wedgwood cer...

Crafted in the 18th century, this antique Austrian two door cabinet is painted with a well-detailed floral motif and adorned with hand-carved and gold leafed decorations. Exquisitely...

19th Century American Aesthetic Movement square framed mirror with wide, flat, highly decorated flat surface. Magical details featuring three dimensional layers of intricately articu...

A scarce Baroque period Spanish or Italian hand carved polychrome painted wood Santo sculpture with inset colored glass eyes, original white robe garb and later wood rosary. Intrica...

A large and highly decorative Louis Philippe period giltwood console mirror with arched top in the Louis XV style. The curvaceous frame of this 19th century mirror is beautifully age...

An 18th century Italian Baroque silver gilt wall mirror, the carved wooden frame with floral and foliate decoration, lion paw feet, overlaid in gesso then silver gilded, there is a b...

A finely painted early 19th century Russian Orthodox icon, Saint Nicholas of Myra, circa 1820. This traditional Russian icon is finely painted with egg tempera paint and gesso on a l...

Small Midcentury Round Mirror with Rock Crystal Accents, Italy, 1960s. Manufactured by Creaciones Gobesso inspired by Line Vautrin designs. Rare Mid-20th century handcrafted wall mir...

From La Maison London, specialists in period style, fine carving of furniture in the French and Italian style, we bring you our Rococo style, 'Cherub Bed'. Hand carved in solid wood ...

19th/ 20th Century Giltwood Wall / Console / Pier Mirror, Over the Mantle, Rectangular A finely carved and decorative gilt wood and gesso wall mirror having a 24 kt gold finish. ...

This is a chest of drawers by artist and craftsman Max Kuehne (1880–1968), who was known for his landscape paintings, decorative furniture, screens, and frames. It was likely made in...

A highly decorative and ornately carved Louis XV style 18th century French mirror, deeply carved foliage and rococo motifs with applied gesso and gilding. Height 97cm , Width 56cm...

Our iconic, Rococo style Cherub Bed, hand carved in solid wood is featured in the bedrooms of Soho House and Crazy Bear. The carving on this bed is in the style of great French maste...

This exquisite console table by Chelsea House exemplifies the brand’s storied commitment to artisanal quality and classic European aesthetics. Inspired by 18th-century Italian neocla...

This French giltwood mirror from the 19th century is an elegant example of refined craftsmanship. The arched frame is richly decorated with floral garlands, scrolling acanthus leaves...

Pretty little framed mirror with new backing & wire. Aesthetic movement frame with a geometric background with overlaid pattern of flower blossom and leaves hand painted in 2 ton...

Gilt oak leaf branches mirror, probably American, circa 1950s. Wonderful patina to both the gilt frame and the original mirrored glass. It measures an impressive 53.75" height x 39" ...

A late 20th-century Georgian Revival decorative pineapple. A large decorative pineapple finial with gilt surface, raised on a square plinth base. Long associated with hospitality an...

From the 1700s through the early 1800s, European aristocrats developed a fascination with ancient Egyptian culture and design that culminated in a full Egyptian Revival. Prominent figures such as Marie Antoinette and Napoleon Bonaparte commissioned rooms decorated with Egyptian motifs. This cultural moment reflects a fascination with a sophisticated civilization of great artists and pharaohs. The Regency era possessed very little knowledge of the Great Pyramids or hieroglyphics, a quality that lent Egyptian art interpretation a compelling air of mystique. This English Regency period gilt carving depicts a popular figure of borrowed Egyptian motif: the Sphinx. Recognized among educated circles as a symbol of brilliance in the ancient past, the Sphinx was well-known as a mythological creature who destroys those who failed to answer her riddle. Such a piece as this, excellent in detail and craftsmanship, may have once graced the mantle of a gentleman’s study or been exchanged as a gift between British scholars. The beautiful gold surface has been achieved by an artful combination of gilt and gesso; the art enthusiast will appreciate the intricate texture realized in the carving’s hair and tail as well as the delicate detailing of the saddle. Borrowing from the Egyptians, the Greeks had their own interpretation of the Sphinx. Greek mythology chronicled the Sphinx as being the daughter of Orthous and Chimera or Laius and attributed the riddles, which she proposed, as having been taught to her by the Muses. Crowned with a Grecian diadem and having a refined expression, she evokes an ancient yet reserved intellect. For the modern-day enthusiast of classical Greek art...

A monumental Hindu Nandi temple gate-guardian architectural ornament, born in India, dating to the 19th century, hand carved and painted, richly detailed, polychrome decorated, the wooden sculpture depicting Nandi, a sacred bull, gatekeeper, and vahana religious deity figure. Provenance: Acquired from The Neiman Marcus Corporate Art Collection. Details below. Dimensions: (approx) 49.5" x 43" x 12" An important religious folk art work, the Nandi is of carved wood and gessoed cloth, then hand-painted. In Hindu religion, Nandi is the mythical mount of Shiva. The four legs represent truth, righteousness, peace and love. More than a means of conveyance, Nandi is considered Shiva's constant companion on all his travels, so much so that in any temple dedicated to Shiva, there is a sculpture of Nandi. This symbol is a deity in its own right, and in India there are temples dedicated exclusively to Nandi. In Hindu symbolism, the bull represents both strength and ignorance. The white or light color of the bull symbolizes purity and justice. Symbolically, the seated Nandi towards sanctum in Shiva temples, represents an individual jiva (soul) and the message that the jiva should always be focused on the Parameshwara. From the yogic perspective, Nandi is the mind dedicated to Shiva, the absolute. In other words, to understand and absorb light, the experience, and the wisdom is Nandi, which is the guru within. The fact that Shiva uses it as a mount symbolizes how this divine figure removes ignorance while instilling strength and wisdom. A superb example, the life size work is in great overall shape, and presents wonderfully, having beautifully aged patina over the whole, highly desirable original, worn, rustic, naturally distressed, chippy paint, craquelure finish, that's delicate, and enhances the artistic antique character and rich historic depth. Detailed Condition Report: Fragile / delicate by design. Loss to one ear, age related checking and separation to carvings, fabric to hind quarters is released and tattered with minor loss, rubbing to paint throughout with wear indicative of age and use; later grey painted mounting blocks are attached to back and hooves. White glove in-home shipping/delivery available. Pickup available near Dallas, Texas Additional Provenance: Property from the Neiman Marcus Collection. Acquired from Heritage Auction, Design District Gallery, Dallas, Texas. From The Dallas Morning Newspaper; April 12th, 2021 Neiman Marcus is selling some of its history and valuables that have been displayed and stored for decades as part of the luxury retailer’s corporate art collection. The Neiman Marcus corporate art collection dates back to 1951, when Stanley Marcus (1905-2002), a life long avid art collector, purchased Mariposa, a large mobile by Alexander Calder and started a long tradition of buying original artwork for new stores as they opened. The Mariposa sold at a Sotheby’s auction last month fetching $18.2 million. The items are being offered through Sotheby's auction house, NYC, New York and Heritage Auction, Dallas, Texas. Many of the pieces were personally collected by Stanley Marcus from the 1960s through the 1980s. Some of the pieces are from corporate spaces, stores and the company’s archives, among the items are important antique textiles, tribal robes...

Antique Spanish Baroque carved giltwood sunburst miniature mirror with crest. Spain, 19th century- Early 20th century. This lovely collection mirror has a carved frame covered with g...

Icon "Saint Nicholas the Miracleworker", Russia (Russian Empire), second half of 19th century Additional Information: Materials: Gesso, metal, tempera, wood, silver plating Vint...

While they echo centuries-old designs, this decorative pair is characteristic of mid-20th century glamour. Such Italian painted and gilt wood candlestick lamps are typically referred...

A very lovely French rococo-style giltwood mirror & console. The console is a period Louis XV rococo piece (circa late 1700's) adorned with rocaille, acanthus & floral carvings that ...

A Very Attractive Regency Period, 19th Century, Giltwood And Gesso Overmantle Mirror, Having Attractive Carved Decoration To Top Incorporating Central Carved Shell And Foliate Scroll...

French early 19th century mirror.

Italy, late 18th century, church altar reliquary, hand carved solid wood, gesso, and silver leaf, in Baroque taste, finely detailed figural bust form, with hollowed central relic com...

Mid-20th-century Italian frame. Carved, chiseled, and gilded (bronze-colored) wood and plaster furniture, featuring beautiful lines and high quality. The frame can hold a mirror or p...

Neoclassical style parcel gilt and Gesso Venetian cream painted columnar pedestal stand, Italy, c. 1940. It features a square top over a fluted column on a square plinth to a stepped...

Pair of Italian Giltwood Shell Motif Wall Brackets, Attributed to Palladio, Circa 1960s A striking pair of Italian giltwood wall brackets or shelves, carved in bold relief with styl...

Antique French Rococo Style Gold Gilt Wood & Gesso Leafy Scroll Wall Mirror. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 42.5" H x 27" W x 3" D.

Convex Sunburst Mirror, Giltwood, Gold Leaf ___________________________________________________________ Mini sized carved giltwood convex sunburst mirror, Spain, 1940s This lovely p...

Late 19th Century French overmantle mirror in giltwood and painted decoration.  With its original mirror plate and wooden backboards, fitted ...

Beautiful mid nineteenth century italian carved wood, gesso and gilded frame, right. Whether you wish to use this for a work of art or as a large, an incredibly impressive mirror, th...

Large early 19th Century Northern Italian Louis Philippe gilt mirror from the Lombardy region.  Superb quality fine detailed frame with original gilding. Original mercury glass mirr...

Elegant pair of 19th century Continental Neoclassical style giltwood oval girandole mirrors Each with an acanthus leaf border, the crest centered by an oval medallion topped with a V...

Gorgeous Gilltwood Mirror, Spanish Colonial, Scalloped Frame and Mosaic Mirror Inlays. Spain, 1940s-1950s. The gilt frame was richly carved from solid woo...

This beautiful rectangular golden mirror is made in France, circa 1870. The frame is decorated with highly detailed baroque ornaments such ...

Spanish Rococo Console Mirror with Crest Eye-catching Rococo Style giltwood mirror with foliage and floral carved details on the frame and striped and scroll decorations. The sinuous...

Hollywood Regency style Sculptural Carved Wood Mirror Image Swan Console Table Base. This Console was made in the 1980 and comes from Italy, Jansen Style. Restored in Gesso Finish an...

Large pair of beautiful 20th Century Italian hand carved lime wood swan planters. With a worn painted gesso finish. Traditionally used for weddings, ...

Stylish hand carved gold leaf giltwood Hollywood Regency sunburst mirror with convex glass, France, 1930s. This elegant sunburst mirror has carved decorations on its rays, gold leaf...

A magnificent pair of Chinese Choazhou (Teochew) carved wood and gilt lacquered mythical guardian beasts known as qilin, late Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911), circa 1900, southern China. ...

An elegant French late 19th-century Louis XV Revival piano stool crafted in carved giltwood. The rotating cushioned seat is newly upholstered in a soft blush-pink linen. A floral and...

This elegant Louis-Philippe period mirror dates to the 19th century and is a fine example of French craftsmanship from the period. The frame features the classic rounded top typical ...

A superb vintage mid-century Federal American giltwood and gesso eagle wall bracket. This regal eagle has fine details with outstretched wings and a lovely gilt patina. It's the perf...