{"id":10642,"date":"2026-09-29T15:16:39","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T15:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galleriaesposito.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=10642"},"modified":"2026-09-29T15:16:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T15:16:39","slug":"pair-of-carved-and-gilded-wood-architectural-finials-louis-xv-18th-century","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.galleriaesposito.com\/en\/prodotto\/pair-of-carved-and-gilded-wood-architectural-finials-louis-xv-18th-century\/","title":{"rendered":"Pair of Carved and Gilded Wood Architectural Finials, Louis XV, 18th Century"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>An exquisite pair of hand-carved and gilded wood finials dating to the Louis XV period, circa 1740\u20131760.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Masterfully sculpted from solid wood, these architectural elements feature sophisticated openwork, where scrolling foliage and fluid rocaille motifs weave together to create a light, harmonious rhythm of solids and voids. The upper section of each finial tapers into a delicate crown silhouette, characteristic of the French Rococo and Italian Barocchetto decorative language. As rare antique smalls and refined collectibles, these precious vitrine objects retain their original gold leaf gilding, displaying a warm, authentic, time-worn patina that speaks to centuries of history.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Provenance &amp; History<\/strong><br \/>\nLike the finest historic treasures, this pair comes with a fresh-to-the-market provenance, originating directly from a private family collection housed within a noble villa in the Florentine hills. Kept as part of the estate\u2019s historic furnishings and untouched for generations, these pieces are now offered on the art market for the very first time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Placement &amp; Presentation<\/strong><br \/>\nOriginally designed to crown grand period furnishings such as monumental bookcases, armoires, or overmantel mirrors, these finials stand today as remarkable standalone decorative sculptures. Their compact scale makes them ideal as sophisticated desk accessories, adding historical character to a refined workspace, or as intriguing display pieces inside a glass cabinet or display case (vitrine). Placed on a console, mantelpiece, or integrated into a library shelf, their openwork form catches the light from every angle, effortlessly bridging the gap between 18th-century craftsmanship and contemporary interior curation. Mounted on modern minimal bases \u2014 such as matte black metal or clear acrylic \u2014 they create a striking, dialogue between 18th-century craftsmanship and contemporary interior design.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Condition report<\/strong><br \/>\nExcellent structural condition with age-appropriate wear and light abrasion to the gold leaf surface, highlighting its authentic antique character. Currently mounted on thin, removable wooden protective bases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dimensions: Height 23 cm (9 in), Max Width 14 cm (5.5 in), Base Diameter 7 cm (2.7 in).\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An exquisite pair of hand-carved and gilded wood finials dating to the Louis XV period, circa 1740\u20131760. Masterfully sculpted from solid wood, these architectural elements feature sophisticated openwork, where scrolling foliage and fluid rocaille motifs weave together to create a light, harmonious rhythm of solids and voids. 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