{"product_id":"17th-century-baroque-italian-carved-and-giltwood-wall-bracket-9-x-11","title":"17th-Century Baroque Italian Carved and Giltwood Wall Bracket -  9\" x 11\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis richly carved wall bracket is made from wood, painted in a deep reddish tone and gilded on the relief, creating a beautiful contrast that emphasizes the flowing scrollwork, acanthus-like foliage and deeply modeled curves. The surface is richly aged, with worn gilding, exposed red paint and darker areas giving the carving considerable depth. A carved inscription reading 1648 is visible on the top, together with further partially legible lettering.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e Old wormholes, small losses and surface irregularities give the wood a beautifully timeworn character, while the aged paint and gilding reinforce the sense of its long history. A later felt covering has been applied to the top around the inscription, likely to protect the carving from objects placed on the shelf; it shows some wear and a small area of damage at one corner. The back appears to have been recessed at a later date to accommodate a more secure hanging system, with two metal plates screwed into the wood and fitted with vertical slots for wall mounting. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIts deep red paint and worn gilding would add warmth, depth and rhythm to a layered wall in a library, hallway or dining room, creating a natural perch for a small bronze, ceramic vessel or candle among paintings, mirrors and collected objects. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 9\" high x 11\" wide x 8¾\" deep  \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 23cm high x 28cm wide x 22cm deep \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54668116459858,"sku":"25787","price":2941.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC07030_2ede8a3f-9d19-4826-b1fb-f0eb5749de56.jpg?v=1789130242","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/17th-century-baroque-italian-carved-and-giltwood-wall-bracket-9-x-11","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}