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Grand Carved Wooden Niche – Italian Baroque, 18th Century

$3,196.25

$12,392.6474% Off

£2,373.39

£9,202.2374% Off

€2,672

€10,36074% Off

CA$4,391.48

CA$17,026.8674% Off

A$4,776.22

A$18,518.5974% Off

CHF 2,531.22

CHF 9,814.1774% Off

MX$57,229.13

MX$221,891.3774% Off

NOK 32,170.55

NOK 124,733.1174% Off

SEK 29,472.60

SEK 114,272.4974% Off

DKK 20,371.60

DKK 78,985.7074% Off

About the Item

A magnificent example of 18th-century Italian Baroque craftsmanship, this grand polychrome and gilded wooden niche embodies the opulence and theatricality of the period. At its center, a gracefully carved stylized shell radiates outward, framed by two charming putti in the upper spandrels—classic symbols of Baroque exuberance. The painted faux-marble background enhances its rich visual depth, a hallmark of Italian Baroque design, which sought to create movement, drama, and grandeur through elaborate ornamentation. Likely once part of a church interior, this niche was designed to enshrine a saintly statue, elevating its spiritual presence. Measuring 125 cm in height, 86 cm in width, and 41 cm in depth, it carries the marks of time, adding to its authenticity. A rare and striking piece of sacred art history.

Dimensions:
Height: 49.22 in (125 cm)Width: 33.86 in (86 cm)Depth: 16.15 in (41 cm)
Style:
Baroque (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
Early 18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
unknown
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
Seller Location:
PARIS, FR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU10226243441392

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