Antique Italian Gold Giltwood & Marble Herm Carved Corner Table, 1860s

We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine and Important, Italian circa 1860 hand carved corner table with giltwood body and Italian Carrara marble top A very collectable and well made, decorative corner table, this is pure art furniture and looks expensive and important from every angle. The carving to the base is second to note, it is hand chiselled from top to bottom, the main body has herms / ships busts followed by feathers and flowers leading up to sea shells, it truly is a work of art and belongs in a museum The frame is gold gilt fruitwood, it is the original gilding and is very thick and has a wonderful patination. The marble top is Italian Carrara marble and has a light thin vein of grey going through it The condition is excellent for the period, there is nothing negative to note, it just has a good honest patina all over Dimensions Height:- 107.5cm Width:- 79.5cm Depth:- 51cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point. Condition Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the pertaining to the condition. Please note vintage period and original items such as leather seating will always have natural patina in the form of creasing and wear, we recommend annual waxing to ensure no moisture is lost, also hand dyed leather is not recommended to sit in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time as it will dry out and fade.