A Louis XVI Giltwood Footstool

Description
A Louis XVI carved giltwood footstool, Piedmont, late 18th century
Details

An elegant late 18th-century Piedmontese footstool, finely carved and gilt. The apron richly carved with ribbonwork and beading, centred by a refined floral festoon; the legs turned and carved with rhythmic ornament, consistent with late 18th-century taste. Padded seat upholstered with a light-toned striped fabric.

Width 52 cm, depth 39 cm, height 30 cm
(20 1/2 in.; 15 3/8 in.; 11 3/4 in.)

Condition
excellent, original patina
Category
Item Number
3836
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