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Ciel de Lit, 18th Century
$9,584
£7,272.12
€8,315.02
CA$13,386.25
A$14,883.69
CHF 7,771.44
MX$181,170.72
NOK 99,160.20
SEK 92,908.37
DKK 62,056.51
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Also known as a baldacchino, baldaquin, or baldachin. It showcases intricate craftsmanship with gilded metallic elements. The decorative motifs include festooned garlands, floral patterns, and beaded embellishments. Its triangular fringe features repeating ornate designs that enhance its grandeur, suggesting a neoclassical influence. The metallic finish and large scale indicate it may have originally been part of a grand hall or estate. The use of heavy, detailed ornamentation reflects the opulence of 18th-century aristocratic interiors.
- Dimensions:Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 50 in (127 cm)Depth: 38 in (96.52 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:18th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: BDK230311stDibs: LU887941415022
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