18th Century Venetian Giltwood Mirrored Two-Arm Wall Sconce

About the Item

Hand-carved in the Veneto (or Venetia) region of North Italy, this gorgeous, giltwood mirrored wall sconce is from the mid-1700s. Two arms slot into a hole in the center of a curled leaf at the bottom of the mirror. The curvaceous arms terminate in flat bobeches with elongated cylindrical cream capitals ¾” in diameter. At the top of the mirror is a rising crest composed of molded volutes curving inwards towards each other. The crest is embellished with foliate sprigs and sits on top of a curled leaf in the center of the arching top of the frame. Other motifs include floral bouquets (each side has a distinct flowering display that rests on top of a volute that extends from the frame), more volutes, and foliage. All of the carvings have been arranged in a symmetrical orientation, giving the mirror perfect visual balance. At just about three feet tall and two feet wide, our 18th century Venetian mirrored sconce has a large surface area. It would make a very nice wall-mounted mirror and lighting option for a powder room or hallway.

Dimensions:

Height: 32.75 in (83.19 cm)Width: 23.75 in (60.33 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)

Style:

Louis XV (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Giltwood,Mirror,Wood,Gilt,Hand-Carved

Place of Origin:

Italy

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1700s

Condition:

Replacements made: The glass is antique, but is not original to the sconce. Repaired: Old touch-ups to the gilding, with more recent restoration work. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good condition. Light separations and losses. Glass is not original. Recent restoration with old touch-ups. Wiring has been removed. The arms slot into a hole, but they are not permanently attached.

Seller Location:

Dallas, TX

Reference Number:

Seller: 1122-311stDibs: LU906334203982

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