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18th Century Portuguese Altar

Offered by: Fireside Antiques

Description
Dimensions: 23 ⅞” H x 18 ⅜” W x 9 ½” D

A fantastic oratory or tabletop altar from 18th century Portugal, made of carved, painted, and gilded wood taking the form of a small cabinet (where religious statuary would be displayed). The niche interior is painted a leafy shade of green, framed by an arched doorway flanked on the sides by scrolling corbels which continue down the sides as floral-foliate carvings in high-relief. Dark, angular molding that wraps the chamfered corners of the crown and the stepped base appears reddish brown now, with traces of the original gilding. The left and right sides of the case are decorated in a faux marble finish of implied veining which underscores that this altar is a unique work of art by its own merits. Recreate your own sacred space with this handmade shrine, for regular devotion, reflection, or simply to showcase a personally meaningful object. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.

More Information

Origin:	Portugal
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Carved, Gold, paint, Painted, Wood, Gilded.
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1700's
Styles / Movements:	Baroque, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	5058-5
Incollect Reference #:	830724

Dimensions

W.	18.375 in;	H.	23.875 in;	D.	9.5 in;
W.	46.67 cm;	H.	60.64 cm;	D.	24.13 cm;

Message from Seller:

Fireside Antiques, founded in 1982 by Cheri McDaniel and Susan Roland, is now owned and operated by the third generation, Laura Roland. For inquiries, contact info@firesideantiques.com or 225.752.9565, and explore our extensive collection either online or at our 18,000 square foot showroom in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.