Wall decoration - France - wooden wall console
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Ancient hand-carved wooden wall console from France, circa 1850–1900, in neogothic style with a mythological female sphinx and a gargoyle-like lion head, dimensions 33 cm high by 30 cm wide by 25 cm deep, in good used condition with minor age-related markings.
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Grand antique hand-carved wooden wall console with Chimera / Sphinx - Neo-Gothic - circa 1880.
A very expressive and high-quality hand-carved wooden wall console (corbel/applique) from the late 19th century (historicism / neo-Gothic period, circa 1880).
This impressive architectural ornament shows a mythological female sphinx or chimera with a very powerfully carved, roaring lion head and protruding tongue, strongly recognizable as a Gothic waterspout (gargoyle). The mythical creature is equipped with detailed wings and the body extends at the bottom into realistically worked claws that rest on a graceful volute (scroll).
The rear side is in fully original, unfinished condition and shows the authentic 19th-century artisanal construction, including the two original wrought-iron hanging strips anchored with the old antique slotted screws. The console has a splendid, deep and warm patina.
Dimensions:
Height: 33 cm
Width: 30 cm
Depth: 25 cm
Condition report:
In good, solid antique condition with normal signs of aging and a beautiful natural patina. The wood shows on the rear and inner side some historic woodworm holes; however, the piece is fully professionally treated. No restorations or later alterations.
Seller's Story
If something moves me, I buy it. It’s that simple, really. Since 2008 I scour here and abroad, always looking for that one object with a soul. Whether it’s an ancient antique piece or modern design: if it radiates craftsmanship and character, I’m hooked. I enjoy giving these finds a new home. Take a look around, and I hope my passion for quality touches you as well.
Translated by Google TranslateGrand antique hand-carved wooden wall console with Chimera / Sphinx - Neo-Gothic - circa 1880.
A very expressive and high-quality hand-carved wooden wall console (corbel/applique) from the late 19th century (historicism / neo-Gothic period, circa 1880).
This impressive architectural ornament shows a mythological female sphinx or chimera with a very powerfully carved, roaring lion head and protruding tongue, strongly recognizable as a Gothic waterspout (gargoyle). The mythical creature is equipped with detailed wings and the body extends at the bottom into realistically worked claws that rest on a graceful volute (scroll).
The rear side is in fully original, unfinished condition and shows the authentic 19th-century artisanal construction, including the two original wrought-iron hanging strips anchored with the old antique slotted screws. The console has a splendid, deep and warm patina.
Dimensions:
Height: 33 cm
Width: 30 cm
Depth: 25 cm
Condition report:
In good, solid antique condition with normal signs of aging and a beautiful natural patina. The wood shows on the rear and inner side some historic woodworm holes; however, the piece is fully professionally treated. No restorations or later alterations.
Seller's Story
If something moves me, I buy it. It’s that simple, really. Since 2008 I scour here and abroad, always looking for that one object with a soul. Whether it’s an ancient antique piece or modern design: if it radiates craftsmanship and character, I’m hooked. I enjoy giving these finds a new home. Take a look around, and I hope my passion for quality touches you as well.
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Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
wooden wall console
Material
Wood
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
33 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
