Important base Rome, Louis XIV, 18th century 50 X 95 cm Important wooden base carved and finely gilded in pure gold.The structure, with a strong plastic and scenographic layout, is characterised by large, richly modelled, opposing side volutes supporting an elaborate central body decorated with plant motifs, acanthus leaves, phytomorphic elements and carved pendants. The front is enriched by a sculpted projecting element. The quality of the carving, the ornamental richness and the pure gold gilding refer to the production of the late Louis XIV era, intended for representative furnishings.