{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Luxury Living &amp; Fine Art Nachtmann","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.luxuryliving-nachtmann.com\/en\/","title":"Venetian wall consoles | Luxury Living &amp; Fine Art Nachtmann","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"CigeZe5WNh\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxuryliving-nachtmann.com\/en\/producto\/venetian-wall-consoles\/\">Venetian wall consoles<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxuryliving-nachtmann.com\/en\/producto\/venetian-wall-consoles\/embed\/#?secret=CigeZe5WNh\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;Venetian wall consoles&#8221; &#8212; Luxury Living &amp; Fine Art Nachtmann\" data-secret=\"CigeZe5WNh\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script>\n\/*! This file is auto-generated *\/\n!function(d,l){\"use strict\";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&\"undefined\"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!\/[^a-zA-Z0-9]\/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),c=new RegExp(\"^https?:$\",\"i\"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display=\"none\";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute(\"style\"),\"height\"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):\"link\"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute(\"src\")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener(\"message\",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll(\"iframe.wp-embedded-content\"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute(\"data-secret\"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+=\"#?secret=\"+t,e.setAttribute(\"data-secret\",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:\"ready\",secret:t},\"*\")},!1)))}(window,document);\n\/\/# sourceURL=https:\/\/www.luxuryliving-nachtmann.com\/wp-includes\/js\/wp-embed.min.js\n<\/script>\n","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/www.luxuryliving-nachtmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/f_51053792_1784803822547_bg_processed.jpg","thumbnail_width":1512,"thumbnail_height":2016,"description":"An exceptionally rare pair of Venetian Maskaron wall consoles, exquisitely hand-carved in wood and retaining their original polychrome decoration. Featuring expressive grotesque faces surmounted by finely carved lion heads, these remarkable sculptures reflect the rich artistic tradition and symbolism of Venetian decorative arts. Maskarons have long served as symbolic guardians, adorning palaces and grand residences to protect the home from misfortune and evil spirits. Rooted in Renaissance and Baroque architectural traditions, these expressive carvings were believed to ward off negative influences while simultaneously demonstrating the wealth and sophistication of the building's owner. The exceptional quality of the carving is evident in the expressive facial features, finely modelled lion heads, and beautifully preserved painted surface. Their sculptural presence and unusual iconography make them striking architectural elements, equally suited for collectors of Venetian antiques or as distinctive decorative accents in refined interiors. A rare and highly decorative pair, embodying the craftsmanship, symbolism, and artistic heritage of 19th-century Venice. Origin: Venice, Italy Date: 19th Century Materials: Finely hand-carved wood with original polychrome decoration Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions: Height 31 cm (12.2 in.); Width 29 cm (11.4 in.); Depth 17 cm (6.7 in.)"}