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19th Century Venetian Grotto Table with Fairy Tale Elf

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19th Century Venetian Grotto table with Fairy Tale Elf A gorgeous venetian grotto side table with a fairy and illumination. The wood is carved in floral design with limbs, foliage and flowers, two table tops with carved water-lilies and butterfly. Between the tables a gorgeous fay which is holding two electrified blossoms. The whole piece is with great original iridescent painted finnish. Manufactured in Venice, Italy, second half of the 19th century. The shipping cost highly depend on the destination. Measures: Width: 43.31" (110 cm) Height: 55.12" (140 cm) Depth: 17.72" (45 cm) Literature Reference: Bruce M. Newman, Fantasy Furniture, New York 1989. artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 55.12 in (140 cm)Width: 43.31 in (110 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Italy
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.
  • Seller Location:
    Berghuelen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: e53901stDibs: LU988730812972

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