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Beautiful Hand Wrought Iron Balcony Grille as Console, South of France, C. 1850

About the Item

More information coming soon… Originally a garde corp (balcony railing) from the South of France, this hand wrought iron grille has been professionally reworked to form a beautiful console base. The shapely grille has a painted green finish that allows the pervasive motifs to stand out.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 67.75 in (172.09 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Originally a balcony railing, a professional metal worker removed the attaching arms and stabilized the main body. The iron can be used as a console base. Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition. Minor paint losses with oxidation. Very light motif losses. Originally a garde corp balcony railing. Professional metal worker removed arms and stabilized body, allowing it to be used as a console (top not included).
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1024-21stDibs: LU906345062772

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