This overdoor or wall wood accessory is dark mahogany with carved fruit, and a basket centerpiece with scrolls and leaves. I do not know the origin. The number "43" is carved on the back.
I found this at an antique popup faire. It was sort of ignored and set to the side. But the wood patina and the carving make it interesting, and it seems like it could have belonged over a door. It measures 40 inches wide by 10.5 inches high.
Hi Rhonda,
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Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A late Classical/early Victorian style carved mahogany decorative wall element
American, mid 19th Century
Centering a carved basket with flowers and berries, flanked by acanthus scrolls and flourishes; incised '43' on the reverse
10 1/2 inches high, 40 inches wide
PROVENANCE: acquired at an antique fair
$200-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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