Northern or Western Europe, probably England or France, Neoclassical period, ca. 17th to 18th century CE. A gorgeous, hand-carved wood pilaster capital of the Composite order which combines characteristics of the ancient Greek-era Ionic and the Corinthian columns. Typical of the Corinthian capital, the floral ornamentation of the Composite capital is styled after the acanthus leaf, which combines with the scroll or volute designs that characterize the Ionic style. Composite columns have been used as decorative pilasters since the Renaissance. The verso is flattened and undecorated signifying that this capital did not serve as an architectural support but instead as a decorative element. Size: 11.75" L x 7.25" W x 9.5" H (29.8 cm x 18.4 cm x 24.1 cm)

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Alison Barker collection, UK

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#179586

Originally part of a column. Some chipping to base and top with stable fissures to wood and areas of old inactive insect holes. Some small abrasions and chipping and minor losses to raised elements. Drilled from top to bottom for previous display. Nice remaining detail and rich patina.