Neoclassical console; Italy, c. 1810-1820.

Neoclassical console; Italy, c. 1810-1820.
Stuccoed and polychrome wood.
Measurements: 98 x 136 x 65 cm.
The realization of consoles was widely recognized in Rome between the second half of the seventeenth century and early eighteenth century, and derived directly from those made during the early Baroque by artists from Bernini's immediate environment, such as the famous tables of the Naiad and the Triton. These were pieces of furniture where carving predominates, worked at various levels of relief and even with details in round bulge, independent figures that can replace parts of the structure (especially the supports). These tables were display furniture, richly decorated and characterized by a high quality. On the other hand, as they approach the 18th century, as in this particular case, more and more symmetrical forms will be seen in them, seeking undulation, movement, but also a certain balance, as can be seen in this piece.