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17th Century Spanish Upper Niche Altarpiece Carved Wood

$2,073.61
£1,551.19
€1,730
CA$2,854.92
A$3,124.36
CHF 1,650.95
MX$37,291.34
NOK 21,068.20
SEK 19,268.59
DKK 13,180.65

About the Item

Upper part of an altar niche, from the Spanish Baroque period, in the shape of a shell, which in turn would have been part of a Baroque altarpiece, characterized by profuse and exuberant ornamentation, in many cases, polychrome or covered with gold leaf. In this case, these characteristics are perfectly appreciated, preserving its polychromy and its colors.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 31.11 in (79 cm)Depth: 13.78 in (35 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Giltwood,Hand-Carved,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Mid-17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unkown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Madrid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU954345217752

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