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PAIR OF VENETIAN 18TH CENTURY GREEN MAN FACE SCONCES

Offered by: NYC Modern

Description
Rare Pair of Carved and Gilt Baroque Sconces Each Formed as an Outstretched Arm Emerging From The Mouth Of a 'Green Man' A Grotesque Face That Represents Woodlands And The Face Is Comprised Of Leaves. Commonly Used as a Decorative Architectural Ornament,The 'Green Man' Is Frequently Used in Carvings on Both Secular and Ecclesiastical Buildings. There is A Famous Green Man Fountain in Campo San Giacomo,Venice Italy That Embraces The Similar Form as in These Sconces. These Sconces were made In Italy in The 1700's.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	18th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1700's
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Baroque, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	273537

Dimensions

W.	9.5 in;	H.	16 in;	D.	20 in;
W.	24.13 cm;	H.	40.64 cm;	D.	50.8 cm;

Message from Seller:

NYC Modern offers a curated collection of period furniture, art, sculpture, iconic lighting, and vetted objects for interior designers and serious collectors. For more information, contact 347.423.6446 or email NYCModern1@gmail.com.