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A Pair of Louis Philippe Tapering Pedestals In The Exotic Taste

Offered by: Carlton Hobbs, LLC

Description
An Interesting Pair Of Louis Philippe Black And Polychrmome Tapering Pedestals In The Exotic Taste

Each pedestal with square top with molded edge. Below is a frieze set with unusual quasi-Gothic 'trefoil' decoration and geometric meander pattern. The frieze to the front has integral lambrequin extension whose shape is echoed in the decoration of the tapering midsection. The ogee base decorated with further 'trefoil' repeating designs rests upon a plain square plinth edged with gilded and painted fillets.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Of polychrome painted and gilded wood on a black lacquered ground.
Creation Date:	Circa 1845.
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Louis Philippe, Other
Dealer Reference #:	11331
Incollect Reference #:	199800

Dimensions

W.	14.25 in;	H.	38.98 in;	D.	13.23 in;
W.	36.2 cm;	H.	99 cm;	D.	33.6 cm;

Message from Seller:

Carlton Hobbs specializes in the acquisition, conservation, and research of 17th, 18th and 19th century British and Continental furniture and works of art, with a focus on pieces of exceptional merit, including specially commissioned items with royal or aristocratic provenance and pieces designed by architects.