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Venetian Rococo Gilt Painted Faux Stone Console Entry Table Office Desk Antique

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Venetian Rococo gilt painted faux stone console entry table office desk antique. An exceptional large 18th century serpentine front and sides molded table console Desk 1700 -1799 With original Hand Painted Faux porphyry. The artist initiating with Excellence the Porphyry Stone which is a rare purple-red stone that was highly prized in antiquity for its distinct color and because purple was considered the imperial color, porphyry was regarded as royal, thus the Painter used his pallet to recreate the look of that Rare stone on this hand Carved beauty. A shaped pierced Frieze and ending in Scrolled Feet. This table can serve as a console in an entryway to place a bust and lamps and garniture. Characterized by curved forms, lightness, comfort and incredible Carved details with unparalleled skill of the Artist on this Grand piece of Art Ornate and exuberant decoration, in the fashion called rocaille with an abundance of curves , counter-curves, undulations and elements modeled in nature. Even though The rocaille decoration is apparent yet it shows more discreet and restrained on this incredible table, simply due to the good taste and the sensitivity of the carver and the colorist who worked on it. Giltwood with red and Soft blue green colors hand painted. Antique Dealer West Hollywood Melrose Ave La Cienega Blvd. The Colors of this Console Table are outstanding and original Exquisitely detailed with various cartouches, Foliage with all Four elegant cabriole legs adorned with an abundance of rocailles motifs. No need to be connected to a wall since it could be free standing. Graceful and Majestic silhouette with beautiful patina. As a focal point in a Modern Midcentury Home or Old world Charm, this table is very versatile. If one to use it as a free standing desk, we know artists that could work on the “ Trompe l'oeil “ It's the perfect Console for a grand bedroom or a great library or a foyer. This type of furniture were made for a palazzo and grand Villa. Venice, Italian Venezia city, major seaport, and capital of both the provincia (province) of Venezia and the regione (region) of Veneto, northern Italy. An island city, it was once the centre of a maritime republic. It was the greatest seaport in late medieval Europe and the continent’s commercial and cultural link with Asia. Venice is unique architecturally and historically and in its days as a republic the city was styled la serenissima (“the most serene” or “sublime”). The luminous spectacle of ornate marbled and frescoed palaces and domes reflected in the sparkling waters of the lagoon under a blue Adriatic sky has been painted and imitated in the furniture and art. Dimensions Height: 31.5 inches Width: 55.5 inches Depth: 26”.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 55.5 in (140.97 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1700s
  • Condition:
    Repaired: No Exterior repair shows on this stunning table. From underneath minor reinforcement of Wood bars introduced so the table desk can handle heavier side objects to be mounted on top. Overall great shape . due to centuries cracks losses etc. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    West Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4400231042162
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