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18th Century Pearl and Murano Glass Bead Altar Palmetti and Urn

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A stunning late 18th century Italian altar palmetti, hand crafted flowers made from tens of thousands of individual murano glass beads and simulated pearls, woven together to form a huge floral display and paired with an 18th century carved wood and gesso altar vase, with gilt and green accents. Small losses throughout to the flowers and altar vase, commensurate with the age of these pieces. Total Height 109cm x Width 34cm x Depth 19cm Urn Dimensions 37cm Height x 23.5 cm Width x 19cm Depth Altar Flower Dimensions 100cm Tall x 34cm Width x 10cm Depth
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42.92 in (109 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hastings, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: altar palmetti and urn1stDibs: LU3311337783302
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