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2 Baroque 18th Century Carved Polychrome Decorated Wooden Continental Figurines

$2,500per set
£1,897.96per set
€2,170.86per set
CA$3,492.86per set
A$3,884.83per set
CHF 2,028.54per set
MX$47,274.20per set
NOK 25,907.49per set
SEK 24,296.66per set
DKK 16,201.95per set
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A pair of 18th century carved wooden figurines Likely Central European originating somewhere in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, or Northern Italy. Both figurines depict a gallant gentleman in period dress holding a basket replete with fruit or flowers. Each is mounted on an integral wooden base with a rocaille base. These figures are rare and are a fine addition to any period room! Date: 18th century Overall condition: They are in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition. Both figures have some losses. One lacks an arm and sections of its hat. The other lacks sections of its hat. The second figurine has had its head re-secured. Each base has likely had some losses to an edge. There are spots of loss to the paint and gilding decoration throughout both with some surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Marks: One figure retains an old glued sticker to the reverse. Measurements: Height: ca. 7 1/2 in. Width: ca. 4 1/2 in. Depth: ca. 2 3/4 in. Height: ca. 6 7/8 in. Width: 4 1/8 in. Depth: 2 1/4 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Both figures have some losses. Both lack sections of hat, and one lacks its arm. The second figurine has had its head re-secured. Each base has likely had some losses to an edge. There are spots of loss to the paint and gilding decoration throughout.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV BU1stDibs: LU1610224453542

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