Pair of large capitals , marble corbels from the 18th century

Pair of corbels, or capitals, in white marble, hand carved. Main Details. Material: White Carrara marble. Style: They present a classical design with decorative scrollwork and carvings resembling acanthus leaves. The style has been identified as Louis XV - Transition in some cases, potentially dating back to the 18th century. Function: Corbels, or corbels in architecture, can have either a structural function (to support loads such as balconies or beams) or purely decorative. Condition and Provenance: Similar specimens are often recovered as architectural salvage (architectural salvage) from period buildings mis.length 63 cm -h.33 cm -depth 25 cm