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Antique hand-painted wood double panel from Sicily, Italy, dating to circa 1860–1880 (estimated period 1850–1900), in a carved wooden frame with original elements, in good condition with minor signs of aging and blemishes.
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Antique Sicilian Carretto Panel (c. 1860–1880) – Scenes from “Orlando Furioso”
hand-painted double panel from a traditional Sicilian cart (Carretto Siciliano), dating to the second half of the 19th century (circa 1860–1880).
This remarkable piece features two narrative scenes executed in the vibrant and theatrical style characteristic of Sicilian cart painting (pittura dei carretti). The compositions are rich in detail, with expressive figures and a strong storytelling quality typical of this regional folk art tradition.
The right panel can be stylistically associated with the Carolingian epic cycle and most likely depicts a scene inspired by Orlando Furioso, a common source of imagery on Sicilian carts. It shows a heroic mounted knight in a triumphant pose, surrounded by onlookers and architectural elements.
The left panel presents a dramatic interior scene with multiple figures, likely also drawn from an epic or historical narrative.
The panels are framed by a finely carved wooden structure and retain their original construction elements, including central metal fittings. The surface shows a beautiful and authentic patina, with age-related wear consistent with its historical use.
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• Origin: Sicily, Italy
• Date: circa 1860–1880
• Technique: Hand-painted on wood
• Object: Original Sicilian cart panel (Carretto Siciliano)
• Condition: Age-related wear, patina, and partial fading of the paint layer
• Features: Double narrative scene, carved wooden frame, original structural elements
A highly decorative and culturally significant example of Sicilian folk art, suitable for collectors, interior designers, or anyone seeking a unique historical statement piece.
Antique Sicilian Carretto Panel (c. 1860–1880) – Scenes from “Orlando Furioso”
hand-painted double panel from a traditional Sicilian cart (Carretto Siciliano), dating to the second half of the 19th century (circa 1860–1880).
This remarkable piece features two narrative scenes executed in the vibrant and theatrical style characteristic of Sicilian cart painting (pittura dei carretti). The compositions are rich in detail, with expressive figures and a strong storytelling quality typical of this regional folk art tradition.
The right panel can be stylistically associated with the Carolingian epic cycle and most likely depicts a scene inspired by Orlando Furioso, a common source of imagery on Sicilian carts. It shows a heroic mounted knight in a triumphant pose, surrounded by onlookers and architectural elements.
The left panel presents a dramatic interior scene with multiple figures, likely also drawn from an epic or historical narrative.
The panels are framed by a finely carved wooden structure and retain their original construction elements, including central metal fittings. The surface shows a beautiful and authentic patina, with age-related wear consistent with its historical use.
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• Origin: Sicily, Italy
• Date: circa 1860–1880
• Technique: Hand-painted on wood
• Object: Original Sicilian cart panel (Carretto Siciliano)
• Condition: Age-related wear, patina, and partial fading of the paint layer
• Features: Double narrative scene, carved wooden frame, original structural elements
A highly decorative and culturally significant example of Sicilian folk art, suitable for collectors, interior designers, or anyone seeking a unique historical statement piece.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
60 cm
Width
123 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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