Large Pair of Late 18thc Baroque Style Solomonic Carved Gilt Wood Columns

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A highly decorative large pair of late 18th century Baroque style Solomonic carved gilt wood columns, possibly Spanish or Italian with original gilding.

This stunning pair of columns consist of Corinthian capitals to the top carved with scrolling acanthus leading down to the spiral Solomonic columns carved with scrolling foliage and flower decoration.

These lead down to circular turned bases, the columns having been applied to square wooden painted stands which add both height and stability.

The Solomonic column is also known as a barley-sugar column or spiral column as it has a twisting or spiral shaft like a corkscrew. This type of column can be found with a capital of various forms, these ones being of Corinthian design.

It is believed that a set of columns from 'The Temple of Solomon' were taken to Rome in the 4th century and used in the original 'St Peter's Basilica', the columns used to decorate the high altar, many such columns as these have been used in altars in Europe particularly in ltaly and Spain.

The Solomonic column was also often used as a feature in Baroque architecture, again commonly used in altar pieces.

The columns are in very good original condition, the gilt work also original and in good condition for age.

Size:

Height: 75.25'' / 191cm columns only

93.5'' / 237.5cm with stands

Width & Depth: 13'' / 33cm columns only

18.25'' / 46cm with stands

Physical Dimensions

Height

237.4905cm (93.50")

Width

46.9901cm (18.50")

Depth

46.9901cm (18.50")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA386815

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS725

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A highly decorative large pair of late 18th century Baroque style Solomonic carved gilt wood columns, possibly Spanish or Italian with original gilding.

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This stunning pair of columns consist of Corinthian capitals to the top carved with scrolling acanthus leading down to the spiral Solomonic columns carved with scrolling foliage and flower decoration.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Large pair of late 18thc Baroque style Solomonic carved gilt wood columns — fig 1. Large Pair of Late 18thc Baroque Style Solomonic Carved Gilt Wood Columns

These lead down to circular turned bases, the columns having been applied to square wooden painted stands which add both height and stability.

The Solomonic column is also known as a barley-sugar column or spiral column as it has a twisting or spiral shaft like a corkscrew. This type of column can be found with a capital of various forms, these ones being of Corinthian design.

fig 2. Large pair of late 18thc Baroque style Solomonic carved gilt wood columns — fig 2. Large Pair of Late 18thc Baroque Style Solomonic Carved Gilt Wood Columns

It is believed that a set of columns from 'The Temple of Solomon' were taken to Rome in the 4th century and used in the original 'St Peter's Basilica', the columns used to decorate the high altar, many such columns as these have been used in altars in Europe particularly in ltaly and Spain.