This rare and finely carved pair of 19th Century limewood wall mounted occasional tables once belonged to a client’s grandmother. They are supported by twin tailed mermaids, which are also known as Melusine or the Sirena and can symbolise a traveller between two worlds. The owner wished to sell them as they did not have the space to display them properly. Even though they have minor losses and a few old repairs, the decision to purchase them was an easy one to make, as they are so attractive and exquisitely carved. The wall brackets probably originate from the Black Forest region, or possibly Austria or Central Italy. All these areas have historic associations with fine lime (linden wood) carving. These highly decorative walls mounted carved figures are robust enough to still be used as originally intended. As you can see both mermaids hold up a small circular table (detachable) that can be used to support and display, amongst other things, a decorative candlestick or a trailing plant. They are being sold as seen, however, we can quote for and undertake a certain amount of restoration if directed. Two wall fixing are supplied with the brackets which snugly slot into their original supports.Whenever possible Culvertons undertake the carriage of items within London and the home counties. Professional, competitive and trusted couriers and shipping companies are engaged for deliveries for the remainder of our customers. Smaller items, when instructed, will be carefully parcelled and securely sent by the carrier. We strive to accurately describe and illustrate our stock on the 'Selling Antiques' website. However, we understand that it is not always possible to judge from photographs how an item will look in the home or garden. For this reason, if notified within seven days from the date of delivery we offer a full refund (less any agreed carriage costs) once the item has been returned in the same condition as it left our premises. Height is 58cm (22.8inches)
Width is 22.5cm (8.9inches)
Depth is 27cm (10.6inches)