Rare and Fine Italian Empire Giltwood Wall Applique Sconce

19th century

Sold by Rams Head Antiques

Description

This is a rare early 19th century giltwood six branch wall candelabra with stunning central angel. The ornate piece is a most delicate design in remarkably good original condition and retaining its original water gilding. The wall applique has 6 separate candle sconces to the beautiful scrolling wirework which is adorned with gessoed acanthus detail. The angel has a lovely rubbed appearance with the soft red glow showing through the gilt. She is emerging from a large shell whilst holding her arms aloft to the fabulous central acanthus leaf scroll above. This is a most imposing piece which measures 66 cms high by 55 cms wide and 33 in depth.

This fragile item can be hand delivered (fully insured) by our trusted courier for £54 to most UK destinations.

Physical Dimensions

Height

66cm (25.98")

Width

55cm (21.65")

Depth

33cm (12.99")

Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA497916

Dealers Notes

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Description

This is a rare early 19th century giltwood six branch wall candelabra with stunning central angel.

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The ornate piece is a most delicate design in remarkably good original condition and retaining its original water gilding.

Rams Head Antiques

The wall applique has 6 separate candle sconces to the beautiful scrolling wirework which is adorned with gessoed acanthus detail. The angel has a lovely rubbed appearance with the soft red glow showing through the gilt. She is emerging from a large shell whilst holding her arms aloft to the fabulous central acanthus leaf scroll above. This is a most imposing piece which measures 66 cms high by 55 cms wide and 33 in depth.

This fragile item can be hand delivered (fully insured) by our trusted courier for £54 to most UK destinations.