A pair of silver antique palometers from the 18th century

Pair of small, 18th-century palm stands made of silver oxide, consisting of two turned and carved linden wood vases placed on a square base. Two large, spiral handles attached to the body of the vase give the palm stands a baroque appearance. A silver decoration in the form of leaves is placed on the red Armenian shaft, which is clearly visible in the relief sculpture. The back is carved (not handles) and finished with gray earth. They originate from Emilia-Romagna and are dated to the mid-18th century. They are preserved in good condition, apart from minor chips near the base of one of the two, which can be seen in the photo gallery.

Palm stands (or palm holders) are flower vases that were placed on altars as decorations; they often have a shallower depth and are not decorated on the back, as they are placed against the walls of side altars. The main altars are different, where they are made in a circular shape. Various materials were used, mainly wood, copper or brass sheet metal, stamped or transformed into tiles, but also cast bronze. Palms, as symbols of the victory of Christianity, are replaced by artificial flowers made from various materials such as fabrics, sheet metal, beads. They are perfect as decorations for any interior, especially as bases for lamps.

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Beautiful Empire-style furniture dates from the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Everything originated from Napoleon’s reign, which imposed a significant resemblance and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture is associated with Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Noteworthy are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. The next is Baroque, whose name derives from the Portuguese 'barocco' – meaning an irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces designed to exude splendor and play a significant role in luxury. Materials were selectively used to emphasize the grandeur of these items.

Today, we can observe how much influence the Baroque style has on modern classic furniture, which is designed with a strong resemblance to the historical period. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture design. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and solid, using brown stains, moldings, sturdy bases, and reliefs. These products were quite distinctive but also introduced new possibilities, such as the construction of cupboards and broadly speaking, chest furniture. They also drew inspiration from mythology and ancient times, with supports and legs often taking animal forms.

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