Lot 436
  • 436

A pair of Italian neoclassical carved, white painted and parcel-gilt Corinthian columns circa 1800

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Fruitwood
  • each: 219cm. high; 7ft. 2¼in.

Provenance

Artur Ramon, Barcelona

Condition

Marks and scratches, and some staining to the painted surface. Traces of old woodworm, which appears to be no longer active. Shrinkage and construction cracks, most notably to the capitals of both. Some restoration to the plinth bases; one with part of moulded border missing.
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