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A Pair of Gilded Fir Wood Mirror Sconces with Wrought Iron Candle Arms

Offered by: L' Antiquaire & The Connoisseur, Inc.

Description
The fantasy that is so natural to 18th century Italian artists manifests itself in the charming device of the unexpected. Here the traditional fire-breathing dragon, spits flowers and garlands, supporting the C-scroll fir wood carvings and central finials. Each cartouche-shaped mirror plate is surmounted by a pierced C-scroll and dragon-carved cresting flanked by garlands of flowers continuing to a carved mask.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Gilded Fir Wood and Wrought Iron Sconces
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	circa 1735-1745
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Other
Book References:	Literature: G. Manni, Mobili Antichi in Emilia Romagna, Modena, 1993, p. 297, no. 641
Dealer Reference #:	MI 18-32
Incollect Reference #:	142275

Dimensions

W.	18.5 in;	H.	38 in;
W.	46.99 cm;	H.	96.52 cm;

Message from Seller:

The gallery deals in European works of art, antiques and paintings from antiquity to the end of the eighteenth century. Under Mrs. Fioratti's direction, the gallery has continued to supply works of art to museums across America and Europe. She has designed interiors in the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. Mrs. Fioratti has worked on architectural restorations, and restored a 10th century village near Siena.