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Large Italian Giltwood Bed Canopy 'Corona'

$3,800
£2,819.75
€3,284.62
CA$5,289.63
A$5,890.48
CHF 3,065.67
MX$72,628.88
NOK 39,043.63
SEK 36,697.22
DKK 24,507.34
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About the Item

Large Italian giltwood bed canopy, or corona (also known in France as a ciel de lit), circa 1760-1780. Hand carved giltwood with painted detail decoration. Portion of reverse side is unfinished (probably originally set against a wall). Wonderful architectural element that can function as originally intended over a bed or canapé sofa, or instead perhaps wired as a light fixture. Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some, or all, of the following: patina, scaling, light rust, discoloration, and corrosion. Regional differences in humidity and climate during shipping may cause antique and vintage wood to shrink and/or split along its grain, veneer to loosen and/or peel, and painted finishes and gilt to crack and flake.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Diameter: 31 in (78.74 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1760-1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Small portions of canopy missing around lower rim. Minor losses to gilt and gesso. Approximately one fourth of side is unfinished (probably set against a wall originally). Original gilt finish is water gilding - must not be cleaned with water.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SF26.021stDibs: 130711984728

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