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17th Century Italian Ecclesiastical Lectern

$18,000
£13,688.21
€15,788.68
CA$25,214.71
A$28,220.24
CHF 14,735.37
MX$344,288.56
NOK 187,046.17
SEK 177,495.30
DKK 117,902.41
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About the Item

A stunning and exceptional 17th century ecclesiastical lectern from the north of Italy. The solid wood column has a polychromed faux marble finish as verde antico marble. The putti support of the book rest is in giltwood and rotates. The book rest surface is also polychromed and it's position is changeable. The magnificent lectern will be a fine addition to any library, office or living space.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 60 in (152.4 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 19 in (48.26 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1680
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Round Top, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FD-FTP7101stDibs: LU925618762262

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