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Ciel de Lit, 18th Century

$9,584
£7,244.39
€8,309.62
CA$13,360.49
A$14,543.98
CHF 7,719.95
MX$174,995.43
NOK 97,822.30
SEK 89,632.87
DKK 62,055.75

About the Item

Also known as a baldacchino, baldaquin, or baldachin. It showcases intricate craftsmanship with gilded metallic elements. The decorative motifs include festooned garlands, floral patterns, and beaded embellishments. Its triangular fringe features repeating ornate designs that enhance its grandeur, suggesting a neoclassical influence. The metallic finish and large scale indicate it may have originally been part of a grand hall or estate. The use of heavy, detailed ornamentation reflects the opulence of 18th-century aristocratic interiors.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 50 in (127 cm)Depth: 38 in (96.52 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New Orleans, LA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BDK230311stDibs: LU887941415022

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