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19th Century Victorian Architectural Salvage Painted White Wood Railing Element

$950
£718.23
€838.45
CA$1,351.80
A$1,371.16
CHF 782.97
MX$16,605.22
NOK 9,217.49
SEK 9,186.90
DKK 6,267.49

About the Item

A most charming large original antique American Victorian era architectural decorative building element. 19th century, United States, salvaged from a home in Western New York, an area rich in early American history and cultural significance. Solid wood construction, sculptural star inspired spoked hub like shape within top and bottom board, retaining remnants of the original heavily worn weathered naturally distressed white painted finish with outstanding patina, chippy paint losses and craquelure. Unfinished sides where it was originally mounted to rails. Acquired in Olcot, New York DIMENSIONS: (approx) 25.5" x 20" x 4.5" Deep (including central disc) 3.5" Deep (boards) VERSATILE: Great for a variety of different uses, including as authentic period decor, Americana folk art, historical interest, or repurposed. Makes for the perfect statement piece atop a fireplace mantle or one-of-a-kind firescreen, mounted on the wall, placed on a console, or floor-standing wooden statue / sculpture, garden ornament, and much more! Please note, at the time of writing this, a pair of similarly styled muted grayish columns is available. Shown in photo, not included / available separately. CONDITION: Good distressed antique condition with attractive appearance, lots of character and charm, wear commensurate with age, use, handling, and outdoor exposure. Presents well, heavily patinated, retaining remnants of original paint with significant chippy paint losses throughout. Recently sealed in clear coat to further preserve and minimize further loss. Ends unfinished, no paint, where it was attached to rails.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Second half of the 19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Good heavily distressed antique condition, recently sealed clear coat finish. Atractive, lots of character/ charm, wear commensurate with age, use, handling & outdoor exposure. Retaining remnants of original paint w/heavy chippy paint losses. As-is.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977246390012

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