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Important Monumental Italian Church Altar Frontal Antependium
About the Item
A magnificent Italian church antependium altar frontal, acquired from the estate of the iconic American oil tycoon, T. Boone Pickens. The last photo shows a second altar frontal we have available from the same estate.
The monumental sized tapestry panel features beautiful contrasting red and gold colors, a central embroidered fanciful gilt cross, layered band with fringe, cloth over wooden frame. An absolutely stunning religious wall hanging.
A beautiful and rare example, in good overall condition, with warm, elegantly aged patina, worn and distressed, rich coloring, luxurious tones and antique glow, having character marks and historic depth.
Provenance:
From the estate of the late T. Boone Pickens (1928-2019). An American business magnate, billionaire, financier, and philanthropist.
Dimensions (approx)
36.5"H, 92.75"W, 2"D
Acquisition:
J. Garrett Auctioneers had the pleasure of presenting Pickens' collection of 18th and 19th Century furnishings and accessories.
The breadth of T. Boone Pickens' career is impressive. He built one of the largest independent natural gas oil companies in the United States and flourished as an entrepreneur thereafter, generating hundreds of billions of dollars in the process. Among his lengthy accolades, Time magazine has identified him one of its "100 Most Influential People", Financial World named him "CEO of the Decade" in 1989, and Oil and Gas Investor identified him as one of the "100 Most Influential People of the Petroleum Century."
- Dimensions:Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Width: 92.75 in (235.59 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. A beautiful and rare example, in good overall condition, with warm, elegantly aged patina, worn and distressed, rich coloring, luxurious tones and antique glow, having character marks and historic depth.
- Seller Location:Forney, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5977226884502
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