➤ Item Condition :Good - Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Most antique and vintage items fit this condition.
➤ Restoration Work & Modifications :No restorations or modifications have been made
➤ Product stock :In France
➤ Delivery information, number of packages:1
Description :
A remarkable, rare and highly decorative 19th-century French wig or hat stand, featuring a large spherical glass head mounted on an elegant turned brass pedestal.
The glass globe is richly decorated with an extraordinary assortment of chromolithographic decoupage motifs, creating a wonderfully colourful and highly individual composition. Swallows and other birds appear in flight amongst butterflies, flowers and romantic motifs, while charming figurative scenes include children, horse riders, figures in period costume and horse-drawn carriages. The abundance and variety of these images are characteristic of the imaginative decorative work associated with 19th-century folk art and the popular art of decoupage.
The motifs are arranged against an atmospheric mottled background combining shades of turquoise, aqua, pink, gold and earthy tones, producing an almost iridescent effect and giving the globe remarkable visual depth.
The sphere is supported by a shaped brass mount above a finely turned baluster stem and circular stepped base. The brass has developed an attractive aged patina, complementing the colourful decoration of the glass.
Originally conceived as both a practical and decorative object for supporting or displaying a wig or hat, this unusual piece is now a fascinating example of 19th-century decorative folk art. Its generous proportions, whimsical imagery and unusual form make it a particularly appealing collector’s piece and a striking addition to an eclectic interior or cabinet of curiosities.
