A large, flared and curved console table made of carved and - Lot 53

A large, flared and curved console table made of carved and gilded wood, adorned with a rich, asymmetrical rocaille design. The apron, edged with a frieze of godrons, features broad openwork acanthus scrolls on the front, embellished with leafy stems. The sides are decorated in a similar manner. The legs, featuring double inverted curves, embellished with palm leaves and reeds and topped with scrolls, are joined by an X-shaped brace and rest on small feet. The top is made of polychrome breccia marble, molded with a crobin design. H_97 cm W_152 cm D_72 cm Routine restorations and repairs to the foot tips. Reinforcements at the waist. The marble is likely a later addition. Comparative Bibliography *Giacomo Wannenes. 18TH-CENTURY ITALIAN FURNITURE. Vausor, 2003. Pages 152 and 168 Appraisal: Mr. Stéphane PEPE Appraiser: Stéphane PEPE