Italian 18th Century Architectural Carved and Giltwood Tabernacle as a Temple

Important Pair of Italian Neoclassical Faux Marble and Parcel Gilt Bookcases, Venice 19th Century This dramatic pair of 19th-century Italian Neoclassical architectural bookcases feat...

A refined Italian 19th century carved wood display base, richly hand-lacquered and parcel-gilt, retaining its original faux Siena marble decorated top. The piece is distinguished by ...

Impressive pair of French Louis XV style finely chiseled gilt bronze andirons. These Rocaille ormolu chenets are extremely decorative each depicting a lion’s head crafted in relief s...

A refined and elegant 18th century Italian Louis XVI console table, Florentine in origin, distinguished by its harmonious proportions, finely carved detail and rare scagliola Siena m...

Pair of Neoclassical-Style Parcel-Gilt Composition Brackets, early 19th century, on tapered backplates decorated with carved leaves, mounted with leaf-carved scrolled brackets meetin...

A handpainted late 18th century Grand Tour architectural model of a curved Ionic column monument or entrance originating from Italy, c.1780. Made from wood and composition, this dec...

A magnificent large rare and most impressive Italian baldachin tabernacle altar niche / altarpiece. circa 1800 Exquisitely hand-crafted in Italy in the early 19th century, this extraordinary one of kind masterpiece originally a prominent altarpiece fixture in a Catholic church, typically displaying a Santo or Jesus altar figure statue inside. Exceptionally executed throughout, parcel gilt polychrome painted, gessoed and carved wood two-piece architectural baldachin form, with dome top vaulted ceiling, raised on eight fluted Corinthian columns, over a shaped platform base with elaborate molded frieze, further raised on integral bracket risers in marbleized faux marble paint decorated finish. Breathtaking visually striking aesthetic, very fine quality craftsmanship, lavishly decorated with extraordinary detail throughout, even the unseen interior of the dome profusely decorated with the most intricate painstaking hand applied 24k gold leaf ornamentation, the exterior in brillant gilded finish, enhanced by beautifully aged warm rich dark patina! Dimensions: (approx) 45" Tall, 26.5" Wide, 26.5" Deep *Additional photos available upon request* Condition Report: A superb museum quality example, in overall very good antique condition, especially considering its 200 years old. Attractive appearance, with nicely aged distressed patina, authentic antique character and charm throughout, including scattered nicks, chips, losses, exposed gesso, fading, acrecetions, possible old touchups and restorations, all expected wear commensurate with age, use, handling and exposure. Overall strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. The floral dome painting likely later. Central hole and discoloration where altar figure was once placed. Overall a truly remarkable work of art! -- We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques absolutely love decorating with religious antiques and have a special place in our heart for them. We have an extensive collection from around the world, spanning all regions and religions, including old world European Baroque period altarpiece, Spanish Colonial altar table, Roman Empire reliquary monstrance, architectural salvaged building elements, church architecture model, apprentice prototype, baptismal font, sacristy liturgical items, sanctuary vessel, vestment chest, monastery refectory table, Gothic court cupboard...

A unique mid 19th century carved and gilt sculpture niche. Incorporating Victorian and ecclesiastical styles, this pine structure has been expertly carved and painted with eye catch...