Decorative ornament (2) - Italy - Ceiling board
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Pair of hand-painted solid wood ceiling panels from Italy dating to the 19th century (ca. 1850–1900), each panel 194 cm high, 28 cm wide and 3 cm deep, together weighing about 10 kg, in good condition with minor signs of age; decorative polychrome motifs typical of antique Italian ceilings.
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Pair of antique painted ceiling boards – Italy, 19th century
Splendid pair of antique solid-wood ceiling boards, of Italian manufacture, dating to the 19th century. These are authentic decorative architectural elements from an old wooden ceiling, originally inserted between the structural beams to form the closure and ornament of coffered ceilings in historic palaces, noble residences, or prestigious homes.
The boards are entirely hand-decorated with tempera pigments and feature a refined polychrome composition. The surface is punctuated by a sequence of geometric insets framing elegant decorative motifs of 19th-century taste: floral scrolls, symmetrical volutes, phytomorphic elements, and arabesque decorations unfold harmoniously along the entire board, creating a refined chromatic and compositional balance. The decoration recalls the Italian artisan tradition of the Restoration and decorative eclecticism, where the richness of details was intended to valorize representative interiors.
Crafted in solid wood, they retain the authentic charm of the time, with the natural patina of age that attests to their antiquity and originality. Any signs of wear, minor abrasions, slight cracks, or imperfections should be regarded as inherent characteristics of the age and contribute to enhancing their historical and decorative value.
Today this pair of boards represents a rare example of Italian architectural salvage and is particularly appreciated by collectors, antique dealers, and interior designers. Thanks to their strong visual presence, they can be enhanced as wall panels, panelling, bed headers, exclusive furniture elements, or re-used in the restoration of historic ceilings, imparting timeless elegance to the spaces.
Era: 19th century (Ottocento)
Origin: Italy
Material: Solid wood hand-painted with tempera colors
Technique: Handcrafted polychrome decoration
Quantity: Pair (2 boards)
Original destination: Elements of decorative wooden ceiling
Current destination: Antiques, architectural salvage, and interior design
Pair of antique painted ceiling boards – Italy, 19th century
Splendid pair of antique solid-wood ceiling boards, of Italian manufacture, dating to the 19th century. These are authentic decorative architectural elements from an old wooden ceiling, originally inserted between the structural beams to form the closure and ornament of coffered ceilings in historic palaces, noble residences, or prestigious homes.
The boards are entirely hand-decorated with tempera pigments and feature a refined polychrome composition. The surface is punctuated by a sequence of geometric insets framing elegant decorative motifs of 19th-century taste: floral scrolls, symmetrical volutes, phytomorphic elements, and arabesque decorations unfold harmoniously along the entire board, creating a refined chromatic and compositional balance. The decoration recalls the Italian artisan tradition of the Restoration and decorative eclecticism, where the richness of details was intended to valorize representative interiors.
Crafted in solid wood, they retain the authentic charm of the time, with the natural patina of age that attests to their antiquity and originality. Any signs of wear, minor abrasions, slight cracks, or imperfections should be regarded as inherent characteristics of the age and contribute to enhancing their historical and decorative value.
Today this pair of boards represents a rare example of Italian architectural salvage and is particularly appreciated by collectors, antique dealers, and interior designers. Thanks to their strong visual presence, they can be enhanced as wall panels, panelling, bed headers, exclusive furniture elements, or re-used in the restoration of historic ceilings, imparting timeless elegance to the spaces.
Era: 19th century (Ottocento)
Origin: Italy
Material: Solid wood hand-painted with tempera colors
Technique: Handcrafted polychrome decoration
Quantity: Pair (2 boards)
Original destination: Elements of decorative wooden ceiling
Current destination: Antiques, architectural salvage, and interior design
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
10 kg
Title additional information
Ceiling board
Number of objects
2
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Italy
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
194 cm
Width
28 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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