A pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI Period Venetian st. patinated Wood mirrors

List: $55,000.00

An exquisite and high quality pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI Period Venetian st. patinated Wood mirrors. The outer frame of each stunning mirror is decorated by circular rosettes at the four corners, with delicate mottled bands segmenting the... — Read More

Item # 14414
H: 81 in L: 62.75 in D: 1.75 in
H: 206 cm L: 159 cm D: 4 cm
Italy
18th Century
Mirror, Patinated Wood
Louis XVI Period Read More, Venetian st. Read More

(Louis XVI Period) - Also known as Louis Seize, Louis XVI's style is a style of architecture, furniture, decoration, and art created during Louis XVI’s 19-year reign in France, just before the French Revolution. Thought to be a reaction and juxtaposition to the prior more elaborate styles, Louis XVI style developed at the end of the Baroque Period and continued until the birth of French Neoclassicism. King Louis XVI showed little enthusiasm for the old world styles of the Baroque Period and he sought out a create a new “beau ideal” that focused on the purity and grandeur of Ancient Romans and Greeks. Inspired by Ancient Roman architecture and art, distinct features of the Louis XVI style are linear lines, small repeated motifs, floral medallions hanging from ribbons, acanthus leaves, urns, dolphins, ram, and lion heads, and griffins. Greco-Roman elements, often used in earlier and later French styles, were also quick common and included fluted and twisted columns, Caryathids, and corbels.

(Venetian st.) - Venice is one of the most enchanting and magical cities in the world. Built on a lagoon and founded in 421, Venice was a prosperous center for trade and home to the world’s largest port and housed over 200,000 residents. Venice was known for its unique style, which inspired many trends with the incorporation of the artist’s creative spirit. Known as a city for lavish parties, gambling, and excess, Venice was a place for the European elite to see and be seen. The key to the signature Venetian style is the mixture of global influences. Decorating your home with a mixture of artwork and accessories from your own personal travels will aid in achieving the Venetian look. Elaborately carved mirrors, celestial themes, antique lamps and sconces, Venetian plaster walls, and an elegant crystal chandelier can help complete and elevate your space.

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