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Exceptional Pair of Carved Wall Brackets with Mythological Faces

$1,250per set
£933.69per set
€1,082.46per set
CA$1,735.59per set
A$1,945.38per set
CHF 1,012.90per set
MX$23,753.89per set
NOK 12,860.16per set
SEK 12,190.28per set
DKK 8,076.36per set
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About the Item

An exceptional highly carved pair of walnut wall brackets consisting of dramatic well-carved faces of mythological creatures with wide eyes, opened mouths and wild flowing hair. Substantial in scale, these are truly dramatic. Brackets such as this pair would be used to display sculpture, vases and candelabra. The flat surface on top is approximately one square foot.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Width: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Depth: 11.75 in (29.85 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Renaissance Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890-1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Some losses to perimeter details. Minor old insect damage.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C923-11stDibs: LU855238535902

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