Gilt Putto Jardiniere Stand
A painted and gilt marble top oval jardiniere stand, 20th century, carved with a putto in a swing, 36.22 in. high, 25.98 in. wide, 17.32 in. deep
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- Putto / Putti / Amorino / Amorini - A putto (plural: putti) or amerino (plural: amerini) is a cherub or cupid frequently appearing in both mythological and religious paintings and sculpture, especially of the Renaissance and Baroque periods and later used as a decorative element in the design of furniture, ceramics, statuary etc. They are usually depicted as chubby males, or of indeterminate gender, often with wings. Their depiction may represent an association with love, heaven, peace or prosperity.
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