Barocchetto Bench Walnut Padded Northern Italy Mid 18th Century

Features

Style:  Barocchetto (1720-1770)

Age:  18th Century / 1701 - 1800

Origin:  Nord Italia, Italy

Main essence:  Walnut

Material:  Padded

Description

Walnut bench with curved and carved legs, the back ones have a swirl feet, the front ones are "claw and ball", on the top part there are carved floral motifs; they are connected by spindles decorated with carved and turned elements. Phytomorphic carvings decorate the under the top band as well; the shaped edges of the backrest has a pod-shaped frame. while there are leaf-like spirals on the sides and the upper part, that end in the small cymathium, where there is a shell with a carving in rocaille taste. The seating and the raised back are padded and lined with a fabric that has been replaced later. The foldable backrest is peculiar: it is supported by hooks that allow to recline the backrest forward when open. Walnut, partly gilded.

Product Condition:
Fair condition. Wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 112
Width: 243
Depth: 51

Seat height:  53