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Italian 18th Century Porte Livre - Book Stand

$2,250
£1,690.26
€1,949.15
CA$3,122.17
A$3,469.42
CHF 1,818.01
MX$42,546.23
NOK 23,187.68
SEK 21,814.12
DKK 14,547.61
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About the Item

A very beautiful 18th century Porte Livre - Book Stand from the Tuscan region of Italy. Wonderfully crafted from silver giltwood. Not only perfect for displaying a book, but a small painting as well.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Width: 15.63 in (39.71 cm)Depth: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Giltwood,Silvered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Round Top, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FD-TRI14201stDibs: LU925635016182

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