A pair of carved wood friezes lacquered in blue and gold from the 18th century

Pair of XVIII-century carved wooden hairpieces, lacquered in blue and adorned with pure gold, likely part of a liturgical decorative ensemble. Made from lime wood, the pair of ancient decorative hairpieces in Renaissance style, but carved in the 18th century, were framed, though the frames are now missing, which explains the irregular, unfinished edge. The decorative motif in the form of a convex candelabrum was achieved through alternating placement of love knots, fruits, and grapes, which are carved and dry-gilded, standing out against the painted blue tempera background. The carved and gold-leafed grapes at the ends symbolize abundance and wealth, similar to the pomegranate, a fruit traditionally associated with prosperity and good fortune.

Two rectangular panels, approximately 170 cm high, are in good condition aside from minor gilding losses. They feature hooks at the top, allowing for vertical hanging, for example on door sides, as architectural elements from the period.

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