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Monumental 19th Century Solid Oak French Convent Display Shelf
$954.19
£695
€816.93
CA$1,323.03
A$1,422.81
CHF 760.78
MX$17,158.71
NOK 9,620.59
SEK 8,765.60
DKK 6,104.24
About the Item
A Monumental 19th Century Solid Oak French Convent Display Shelf
An exceptionally rare and imposing architectural wall bracket, masterfully hewn from solid French oak and sourced from a traditional convent in France. This monumental piece is of substantial weight and scale, originally designed to serve as a structural support for a large devotional saint. The bracket exhibits a powerful, deep-bellied silhouette with a dramatic s-scroll, terminating in a solid, squared platform and a robustly turned pendant finial.
The timber displays an extraordinary, dense grain pattern that is characteristic of old-growth oak, finished in a dark, evocative ebony-toned stain that emphasises its ecclesiastical origins. The sheer density and solidity of the wood speak to the permanence and austerity of 19th-century religious craftsmanship.
This bracket was a vital component of 19th-century French conventual architecture. In such settings, oak was the preferred material for its longevity and strength. These corbels were often bespoke commissions, intended to project from the masonry of a chapel or refectory to provide an elevated platform for venerated objects, bridging the gap between structural engineering and religious art.
Dealer’s Comments
"In my years of sourcing, it is rare to encounter a corbel of such physical gravity and spiritual history. Being solid oak, it possesses a density that modern composite or hollow reproductions simply cannot emulate. The surface has a wonderful 'movement' in the grain, and the dark patination gives it a solemn, commanding presence on the wall. It is perfectly suited for a grand interior, perhaps to support a significant bronze bust or a large-scale mantle clock. It is as much a piece of sculpture as it is a functional bracket."
Condition Report
The bracket is in very good antique condition, remaining structurally sound and remarkably heavy.
The solid oak shows some minor, stable shrinkage cracks consistent with its age and the natural drying of the wood over a century.
Signs of historic woodworm are present to the rear; however, this has been professionally treated as a preventative measure to ensure the piece's preservation.
Measurement
Height: 55 cm / 21.7 inch
Width: 37 cm / 14.6 inch
Depth: 31 cm / 12.2 inch
Weight: 10.4 k.g. / 22.9 lbs
- Dimensions:Height: 21.7 in (55.12 cm)Width: 14.6 in (37.09 cm)Depth: 12.2 in (30.99 cm)
- Style:Baroque (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lincoln, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 112781stDibs: LU7210248189772
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