Antique Wooden Column Pedestal from Artigianato Italiano, 1900s

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A refined and eclectic pedestal column étagère with shelves in finely carved solid wood, a valuable centerpiece or corner piece, … Read more A refined and eclectic pedestal column étagère with shelves in finely carved solid wood, a valuable centerpiece or corner piece, dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

· Subject and Style: Column étagère structure with a square upper shelf and a molded base enriched with a carved pod motif; a medallion with a relief mask underneath and a scroll-shaped side with floral carvings; completed with two shaped intermediate shelves bordered by elegant balusters with turned columns.

· Material and Finish: Solid wood with a warm dark walnut finish, relief carvings and turned front columns; solid base with four shaped and flared legs for stability.

· Ideal for: Displaying busts, sculptures, bronzes, vases, or houseplants; ideal for enhancing entryways, living rooms, reading nooks, and professional offices.

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Pedestal column vase or sculpture / Shelved display stand.

· Brand / Manufacture / Attribution: European artisanal craftsmanship, unsigned, not attributable to a specific artist.

· Materials: Stained and carved solid wood.

· Period: Attributable to the late 19th century (Antique).

· Dimensions: Width 38.5 cm. Depth 36 cm. Total height 100 cm. Upper shelf dimensions: 24.5 x 23.5 cm.

· Condition: Excellent overall vintage condition with a warm original patina. The structure is sound, solid, and stable, with no cracks or missing parts; the carvings and baluster railings are perfectly intact; light and normal signs of aging consistent with its age.

Please note that any white areas in the photo shoot are due to reflections from artificial lighting used to better illuminate the item, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

The item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.
This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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