Carved and Polychrome Painted Wood Axle

Description:

Carved and Polychrome Painted Wood Axle, probably Sicily, with a central scene of a man riding a horse flanked by crescent moon figural masks and scrolled ironwork, ht. 16 3/8, wd. 39 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,200

Overall some paint loss, chips, nicks, wear to metal components, small split in wood near base.


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