Magnificent 19th Century Baroque Architectural Salvage Carved & Painted Capital End Tables / Stands - a Pair

Description

A magnificent pair of early 19th century European Baroque (likely Italian) hand carved and painted wooden architectural salvaged exterior building … more A magnificent pair of early 19th century European Baroque (likely Italian) hand carved and painted wooden architectural salvaged exterior building elements, now repurposed and fashioned for use as one-of-a-kind pedestal tables.

Intricately detailed, whimsical sulptural design, executed in classical corinthian column capital form, having spiral scroll volutes, acanthus leaf carvings, figural ancient mask (face) on two sides, floral accents, square shaped faux limestone wood slab platform top, all rising on a molded stepped base. Finished on all four sides, featuring original elegant polychrome decoration with beautiful distressed chippy paint patina.

Versatile. Can be used indoors or outdoors, having the ideal size and proportions for use as end tables, chair side tables, statue - sculpture - plant stand, bedside nightstand, planter, placed flanking the front door for a stunning and unique entry statement piece, the possibilities are as endless as your imagination!

Dimensions (approx):
17"H, 18"W, 17.5"D

Good condition overall. Very solid/sturdy. Strong, stable, and structurally sound. Highly desirable heavily worn, organically distressed, weathered, faded finish with wood and paint finish losses. Hole in one side. Rich, rustic country charm, lots of antique character, interesting historical depth and rustic Colonial warmth. Wear and tear consistent with age and use.
Delivered cleaned, waxed, retaining original antique character marks, ready for immediate use.

Possibly part of a religious altar, temple, church, or shrine. Desirable folk art architecture remnants. less