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An Early 19th Century Carved Oak Winged Griffin, Furniture Fragment C1800 46cm
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An Early 19th Century Carved Oak Winged Griffin, Furniture Fragment C1800 46cm

19th century
Sold 18 February 2025 · Gilt and Gesso
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An Early 19th Century Carved Oak Winged Griffin, Furniture Fragment C1800 46cm.

A magnificent carved oak winged griffin, circa 18-19th century, a superbly skilled Grand Tour carving of imposing presence, a former bench or table base support.

A 3 dimensional deeply carved and well constructed winged griffin with lions paw feet, former antique furniture piece fragment with a Grand Tour character which now is a fine decorative sculpture or an artist’s working aid for sculpture, design, architecture etc.., a very fine quality thing.

A stylish antique sculpture for a mantlepiece, bookcase etc.., an interior design piece of considerable decorative appeal for a classic or contemporary space.

Dimensions

Height 46cm

Width 44cm

Depth 10cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

Dispatched U.K. and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Carved Oak Griffin to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA1122202
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An Early 19th Century Carved Oak Winged Griffin, Furniture Fragment C1800 46cm.
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A magnificent carved oak winged griffin, circa 18-19th century, a superbly skilled Grand Tour carving of imposing presence, a former bench or table base support.
Gilt and Gesso
fig 1. An early 19th century carved oak architectural fragment depicting a winged griffin resting on bun feet.
fig 1. An Early 19th Century Carved Oak Winged Griffin, Furniture Fragment C1800 46cm

A 3 dimensional deeply carved and well constructed winged griffin with lions paw feet, former antique furniture piece fragment with a Grand Tour character which now is a fine decorative sculpture or an artist’s working aid for sculpture, design, architecture etc.., a very fine quality thing.

fig 2. An early 19th century carved oak architectural fragment depicting a winged griffin resting on bun feet.
fig 2. An Early 19th Century Carved Oak Winged Griffin, Furniture Fragment C1800 46cm

A stylish antique sculpture for a mantlepiece, bookcase etc.., an interior design piece of considerable decorative appeal for a classic or contemporary space.

Dimensions

Height 46cm

Width 44cm

Depth 10cm

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

Dispatched U.K. and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Carved Oak Griffin to the 1800s.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1122202
Gilt and Gesso
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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BN21 1DJ
United Kingdom
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An early 19th century carved oak architectural fragment depicting a winged griffin resting on bun feet.
An Early 19th Century Carved Oak Winged Griffin, Furniture Fragment C1800 46cm
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An early 19th century carved oak architectural fragment depicting a winged griffin resting on bun feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsWinged griffin, Hand-carved relief, Bun feet
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 44 cm (17 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Early 19th-century carved fragments often originated from dismantled larger pieces of furniture, architectural joinery, or libraries, showcasing the intricate hand-carving skills of the period.

These items were typically hand-carved from dense hardwoods like English oak using traditional chisels and gouges, frequently featuring mortise and tenon joinery or iron fixings.

Authenticity is determined by examining tool marks left by hand chisels, the natural oxidisation and patina of the wood, shrinkage cracks, and the density and grain of the timber.

Such pieces can be displayed as sculptural objects on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or console table to add historical depth and texture to contemporary spaces.

Preserve antique oak by keeping it out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme humidity fluctuations, and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to protect the patina.
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