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.

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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