Two similar carved and gilded wooden wall brackets

Two similar carved and gilded wooden wall brackets. Italy, 18th century. 37.5 x 23 x 20 cm (each). A pair of carved and gilded wooden wall brackets, featuring a scroll-like (cartoccio) form with a central, fan-shaped body decorated with acanthus and shell motifs. The top surface, which has a serpentine, contoured edge, is painted to resemble marble. Designed to hold small sculptures or decorative porcelain, such pieces were a recurring feature in the interiors of 18th-century Italian palaces. Condition report: In good overall condition. There are signs of wear and minor losses to the gilding, consistent with the age of the objects. This item is sold with a certificate of authenticity with legal validity. - Further informations on the condition report are available upon request. - All shipments are handled with professional packaging. The frame, if present, is to be understood as a gift and therefore its structural integrity during transport is not guaranteed. Note for non-Italian buyers: This work has not yet obtained the certificate of free export from Italy, issued by the Superintendency of Cultural Heritage, which certifies that the work does not belong to the Italian cultural heritage and may therefore be freely exported. The regulations in force from 2026 provide for reduced processing times for works with a declared value below €50,000, at the discretion of the expert committee: typically 2-3 weeks from the submission of the request. All costs related to this procedure are included in the price. Rendering Disclaimer: Lifestyle images are AI-generated for illustrative purposes only and may not accurately reflect the actual proportions of the work.

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