Baroque Italian Shell-Form Carved Wood Fragment Architectural Salvage, 1700s

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Antique 18th century architectural element, shell-form carving, likely once part of a larger decorative structure like a mirror frame or … Read more Antique 18th century architectural element, shell-form carving, likely once part of a larger decorative structure like a mirror frame or bookcase
The piece features a distinct scallop shell design with blue polychrome paint and gilded highlights over a gesso ground
Dimensions:
37 × 13 cm (14.6 × 5.1 in)
Condition:
Antique condition with age-related wear, losses, cracks, and surface wear consistent with architectural use. Please refer to photographs for details See less