Pair Of Giltwood Dragon Wall Shelves – 19th-century Elements Later Adapted

Striking pair of decorative wall shelves created from antique 19th-century carved wooden dragon friezes, later transformed into small wall consoles of modern manufacture.
The main elements, finely carved and gilded, depict dragons with dynamic, sinuous forms, spread wings, and a scaled back curving toward the viewer. The carving, of fine quality and bold decorative flair, reflects the imaginative style typical of Venetian and Tuscan craftsmanship of the 19th century, where fantastic and zoomorphic figures often embellished frames, boiseries, and furniture.
The present shelves, adapted in more recent times, feature an elegant deep blue painted support that enhances the contrast with the gilded dragons.The combination of antique carving and modern reinterpretation gives this pair a unique, dramatic presence, suitable for both classic and contemporary interiors.
Dimensions (each shelf):
Height 35.5 cm
Width 37.5 cm
Depth 20 cm

Date of the friezes: 19th centuryDate of adaptation: 20th century (modern)Material: carved and gilded wood on painted baseCondition: good overall condition, with minor wear consistent with age and decorative use
A highly decorative pair, ideal as wall features above a console or mirror, or symmetrically placed on either side of a fireplace.
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