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18th Century Italian Silver Leaf Carved Pediment
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
for sale €1,697     $1,842
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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd

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18th Century Italian Silver Leaf Carved Pediment

18th century
Description

18th century carving with silver leaf. Italian. Very stylish - could be sued over a bed or door.

This can be viewed in our showrooms in North Yorkshire at any time by appointment. Please contact me on 07710 793753 with any questions or if you would like further images. Shipping and delivery can be arranged on your behalf. Or may be included depending on location.

Physical Dimensions
Width
104cm (40.94")
Declaration

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Silver Leaf Pediment to the 18th Century.

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SA945880
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AF31-2242
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Elaine Phillips Antiques

Description
18th century carving with silver leaf. Italian. Very stylish - could be sued over a bed or door.

This can be viewed in our showrooms in North Yorkshire at any time by appointment. Please contact me on 07710 793753 with any questions or if you would like further images. Shipping and delivery can be arranged on your behalf. Or may be included depending on location.

Width
104cm (40.94")
Date of Manufacture

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Silver Leaf Pediment to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA945880
Dealers Internal Ref
AF31-2242
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2022

Period furniture, lighting, mirrors, portraits and interior decoration.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd is a registered member of BADA  CINOA

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An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals.
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Archive I An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals.

18th century Italian Silver Leaf Carved Pediment

Archive II An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals. View II
Archive III An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals. View VIII
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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07710 793753 or 01969 625199
Location
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
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An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals.
18th century Italian Silver Leaf Carved Pediment
Ref: SA945880
An 18th-century Italian carved wooden pediment finished in aged silver leaf featuring floral motifs, acanthus scrollwork, and raised pedestals.
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An 18th-century Italian pediment is an architectural feature originally placed above doorways, mirrors, or large furniture to serve as a crowning decorative element. During this period, Italian craftsmen frequently executed these pieces in carved wood finished with silver or gold leaf gilding, incorporating elaborate Rococo and Baroque scrollwork.

These architectural elements were typically carved from softwoods such as pine or poplar, coated with layers of gesso (a mixture of glue binder and chalk), and then layered with silver leaf. A protective varnish or lacquer was often applied over the leaf to prevent rapid oxidisation.

Authentic period silver gilding usually displays signs of age, such as natural tarnishing, subtle flaking of the gesso substrate, and gentle wear along raised edges exposing underlying wood or bole preparation layers.

An architectural pediment can be mounted directly onto a wall above a doorway, bedhead, or mirror frame to create a striking focal point. It can also be displayed on a shelf or mantelpiece as a standalone decorative sculpture.

Clean silver leaf wood using only a dry, soft feather duster or soft-bristled brush to remove surface dust. Avoid liquid cleaners, water, or abrasive polishes, as these will dissolve the historic gesso layer and strip the delicate metal leafing.
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