Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian

£22,500
Category

Country of Origin Italy

Cabinet & Case / Storage / Beds

Room Bedroom

Collectors Suite Cabinet & Case / Storage /

Reference

11654

Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Bed, Superking 6ft, 180cm wide, With Massive 213cm, 6ft 10in Shaped Headboard & 149cm, 5ft Shaped Footboard & Fortuny Bedcover, sold with new custom made box-spring mattress base which accomodates a superking 6ft, 180cm wide mattress

- Exudes gravitas using height, form and trompe-l'œil to create striking visual impact and the illusion of three dimensional space

- The unusual height and shaping create an impressive backdrop for the Baroque, trompe-l'œil decoration.

- The bold scrollwork borders and cartouches are classic, Baroque architectural devices creating the impression of a carved surface. The floral sprays are beautifully painted in fine detail. - The cresting terminates with a coronet and small cartouche indicating that this bed was made for nobility.

- Bearing an inscription 'Buona Salute' which translates into 'Good Health'. - The Fortuny bedcover compliments the palette and the aesthetic - Supplied with a custom-made box spring base.

- The bed has been checked over and is sturdy and ready for use. - Provenance : Private Collection, Venice.

Shipping P.O.A. Subject to quotation and will be charged separately.
All prices exclude custom clearance fees which, where appropriate, will be charged directly to the client by your receiving courier, importer or government.
Height 212 cm / 83 "
Width 190 cm / 75"
Depth 224 cm / 88 "
Period

18th Century

Year

circa 1730

Medium

Paint

Country

Europe

Collectors / Designers

Collectors

Style

Baroque (Of the period)

Techniques

Joinery

Condition

GOOD. Wear consistent with age and use.

Set

1

Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian
Magnificent, 18th Century, Venetian, Trompe-L'œil, Painted, Double Bed (superking mattress) with Fortuny Bedspread, Italian

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