Carved and molded oak prie-dieu, opening on the lower part with two leaves decorated with perspective arches surrounded by plant motifs and a flap. The upper part is decorated with a Christ in a carved frame imitating an architectural element, including two Corinthian columns supporting an arch, a cherub on the base and a floral frieze surrounding a gilded metal cross against a vermilion fabric in the center. 18th century. H. 200 L. 91 D. 57.5 cm

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