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19th Century Italian Giltwood Flame Finials – Hand-Carved & 22k Gold Gilded, c. 1870
19th Century Italian Giltwood Flame Finials – Hand-Carved & 22k Gold Gilded, c. 1870
This dramatic pair of Italian giltwood finials from the 1870s features urn-form balustrade silhouettes topped with boldly carved flame motifs, symbolizing enlightenment and transformation. Expertly hand-carved, gessoed, and finished in rich 22k gold leaf, these finials exemplify the grandeur of 19th-century Italian decorative arts.
Each piece rests on a tapered foot adorned with delicate pearl relief, offering balance and classical elegance. Ideal as architectural accents or statement decor, these finials bring historic ornamentation, sculptural form, and luminous gilding to refined interiors.
Dimensions 22.5in. Height x 8.75in. Diameter
Materials Wood, gesso, gilding
Place of Origin 1870's
Period Italy
Materials Wood, gesso, gilding
Place of Origin 1870's
Period Italy
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